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  1. Human leukocyte antigen - Wikipedia

    It has been shown that high resolution HLA typing (HLA-A, HLA-B, HLA-C, HLA-DRB1, HLA-DQB1 and HLA-DPB1) may be relevant in transplantation to identify a full match, even when the donor is related.

  2. Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) System - The Merck Manuals

    The human leukocyte antigen (HLA) system (the major histocompatibility complex [MHC] in humans) is an important part of the immune system and is controlled by genes located on chromosome 6.

  3. Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) | Major Histocompatibility Complex ...

    Dec 23, 2025 · Human leukocyte antigen (HLA), any of numerous antigens involved in the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) in humans. The HLA genes, of which more than 200 are known, …

  4. What is HLA? HLA Basics, Typing & Matching Overview | NMDP

    Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) are proteins found on most cells in the body. HLA are used by doctors to help match blood stem cell donors with patients.

  5. What Are HLA Subtypes and Why Do They Matter?

    HLA subtypes hold significant medical importance. In transplantation, particularly for organs and bone marrow, matching HLA subtypes between donor and recipient is crucial.

  6. HLA Antibody - University of Rochester Medical Center

    This test checks your blood for antibodies against a cell marker called a human leukocyte antigen (HLA). The test is done if you need an organ transplant, to help find a donor organ that will work in your body.

  7. Biochemistry, HLA Antigens - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    Apr 24, 2023 · Human leukocyte antigens (HLA) are genes in major histocompatibility complexes (MHC) that help code for proteins that differentiate between self and non-self. They play a significant role in …

  8. Human Leukocyte Antigen - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    HLA is a strong genetic factor associated with NPC and studies have documented that younger NPC patients have different pathological mechanisms that lead to NPC compared to older NPC patients …

  9. Human leukocyte antigens (HLA): A roadmap - UpToDate

    Nov 13, 2024 · The genetics, nomenclature, and typing of HLA, as well as the relationships between HLA and rheumatic disease, are discussed here. The older nomenclature that may still be …

  10. Hla gene - Everything you need to know

    Dec 20, 2023 · The Hla gene is responsible for coding the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) molecules, which are critical for the immune system’s recognition and response to foreign antigens.