| pubmed-article:19780860 | pubmed:abstractText | Human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-B(*)5701 is strongly associated with developing a hypersensitivity reaction to abacavir (ABC) in White and Hispanic subjects. Across the UK, limited data exist on HLA-B(*)5701 prevalence in HIV-1-infected subjects. We determined HLA-B(*)5701 prevalence in the general HIV-1-infected population and in specific ethnic groups, particularly Black Africans who, in general, exhibit greater genetic diversity. We also compared HLA-B(*)5701 results obtained from local laboratories with those from a central provider. | lld:pubmed |
