New insights into a persistent problem -- chlamydial infections.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Tissue tropism of clinical ocular and genital Chlamydia trachomatis strains is shown to be linked to the tryptophan synthase genotype. It is suggested that, in the presence of IFN-gamma, which depletes available tryptophan, there exist unique host-parasite interactions that may contribute to persistent chlamydial infection.
Medical subject headings
- Chlamydia Infections
- Tryptophan Synthase