HLA-B60
Encyclopedia
HLA-B60 is an HLA
- B
serotype
. B60 is a split antigen serotype that recognizes certain B40
serotypes.
Human leukocyte antigen
The human leukocyte antigen system is the name of the major histocompatibility complex in humans. The super locus contains a large number of genes related to immune system function in humans. This group of genes resides on chromosome 6, and encodes cell-surface antigen-presenting proteins and...
- B
HLA-B
HLA-B is a human gene that provides instructions for making a protein that plays a critical role in the immune system. HLA-B is part of a family of genes called the human leukocyte antigen complex...
serotype
Serotype
Serotype or serovar refers to distinct variations within a subspecies of bacteria or viruses. These microorganisms, viruses, or cells are classified together based on their cell surface antigens...
. B60 is a split antigen serotype that recognizes certain B40
HLA-B40
HLA-B40 is an HLA - B serotype. B40 is composed of the B60 and B61 split antigen serotypes-Serotype:B*4005 is poorly recognized by B40, B60, or B61....
serotypes.
Serotype
| B*40 | B60 | B40 | B61 | Sample |
| allele | % | % | % | size (N) |
| 4001 | 93 | 4 | 2 | 3854 |