US scientists say a gene related to the human immune system can play an important role in the course of Parkinson's disease.
People with Parkinson's disease find it difficult to take intentional actions.(Source: Internet)
This finding provides new directions for effective treatment of Parkinson's disease.
Scientists conduct clinical studies for 2,000 people with Parkinson's disease and 2,000 healthy people and have discovered a gene within the human leukemia antigen gene region. This gene has a close relationship with Parkinson's disease.
The area of human leukocyte antigen genes contains large amounts of genes involved in the human body's immune system, helping the body to recognize its 'invaders' and its cellular organizations.
Dr. Zhabeidiang of the University of Washington said scientists have not yet been able to determine exactly which genes have affected the development of Parkinson's disease.
However, this finding suggests that Parkinson's disease has a relationship with infection, inflammation and autoimmune reactions.