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ArticleJournal of neurology2019

Integrative analysis revealed potential causal genetic and epigenetic factors for multiple sclerosis.

Xing-Bo Mo, Shu-Feng Lei, Qi-Yu Qian, Yu-Fan Guo, Yong-Hong Zhang, Huan Zhang

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Article in Journal of neurology, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 37 papers.

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6 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Xing-Bo MoJiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases, Soochow University, 199 Renai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8956-4918
Shu-Feng LeiJiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases, Soochow University, 199 Renai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.
Qi-Yu QianJiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases, Soochow University, 199 Renai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.
Yu-Fan GuoDepartment of Rheumatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.
Yong-Hong ZhangJiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases, Soochow University, 199 Renai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.
Huan ZhangJiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases, Soochow University, 199 Renai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China. hzhang3@suda.edu.cn.
Soochow University · CN

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Major Research Plan 81773508
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveMany genomic loci have been identified for multiple sclerosis (MS) by genome-wide association studies (GWAS). Discrimination of the most functionally relevant genes in these loci remains challenging. The aim of this study was to highlight potential causal genes for MS.

methodsWe detected potential causal DNA methylations and gene expressions for MS by integrating data from large scale GWAS and quantitative trait locus (QTL) studies using the summary data-based Mendelian randomization method. Potential functional SNPs in the identified genes were searched.

resultsWe found 178 DNA methylation sites and mRNA expressions of 29 genes that were causally associated with MS. The identified genes enriched in 21 specific KEGG pathways and 80 GO terms (e.g., antigen processing and presentation, interferon gamma mediated signaling pathway). Among the identified non-MHC genes, METTL21B, METTL1 and TSFM were strongly connected. MS-associated SNPs in DDR1 were strongly associated with plasma MHC class I polypeptide-related sequence B (MICB) and Granzyme A levels. And plasma MICB and Granzyme A levels were causally associated with MS. Many SNPs in the causal genes showed QTL effects. The association between m

conclusionsThis study identified many DNA methylations and genes as important risk factors for MS and provided novel evidence on the association between circulating MICB and Granzyme A and MS. We also showed that the interaction among DDR1, MICB and GZMA and interaction among METTL21B, METTL1 and TSFM may participate in the pathogenesis of MS.

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Mendelian Randomization AnalysisDNA MethylationEpigenesis, GeneticGenetic Predisposition to DiseaseHumansMultiple SclerosisQuantitative Trait LociGenome-wide association studyMendelian randomizationMethylationMultiple sclerosis

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