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describes a novel sequence feature variant type (SFVT) approach for HLA genetic analysis that categorizes HLA proteins into ... In this system, antigens were eventually assigned letters and numbers (e.g., HLA-B27 or, shortened, B27). A parallel system ... People with certain HLA antigens are more likely to develop certain autoimmune diseases, such as type I diabetes, ankylosing ... Taylor CJ, Bolton EM, Bradley JA (August 2011). "Immunological considerations for embryonic and induced pluripotent stem cell ...