Scientists find Tuberculosis Gene

August 18, 2005

Scientists at the McGill University Health Center in Montreal have found a gene that controls the speed at which patients develop tuberculosis.The researchers say their study marks the first time such a gene has been discovered for TB and provides a new view of the mechanisms underlying the development of the disease.More here.

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