Modifications of arginines and their role in autoimmunity |
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Authors: | van Boekel M A M van Venrooij W J |
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Institution: | Department of Biochemistry, University of Nijmegen, Nijmegen, The Netherlands. m.vanboekel@ncmls.kun.nl |
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Abstract: | Posttranslational modifications of proteins often perform a key role in the biological functioning of proteins. Some of these modifications also change the immunogenicity of proteins and peptides and create 'self'-antigens which might induce autoimmune responses. In particular modifications of arginines within a defined protein context can lead to a specific B-cell immune response. This review discusses the generation of such modifications and their relevance for autoimmunity. |
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