Is Lupus Hereditary?
posted in Diagnosing Lupus on March 6, 2024 by
Updated August 17, 2024
The Genetic Landscape: Is Lupus Hereditary? “Yes”
Over 180 genes have been identified that increase the risk of getting lupus. This partly explains why women are much more likely to get lupus than men. Understanding the hereditary nature of …
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