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Molecular mimicry as a mechanism for virus-induced autoimmunity

  • Robert S. Fujinami PhD1 &
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  2. Department of Immunology, Research Institute of Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, Calif., USA

    Michael B. A. Oldstone

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Fujinami, R.S., Oldstone, M.B.A. Molecular mimicry as a mechanism for virus-induced autoimmunity. Immunol Res 8, 3–15 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02918552

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Keywords

  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
  • Myelin Basic Protein
  • Acquire Immune Deficiency Syndrome
  • Measle Virus
  • Molecular Mimicry
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