The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequencies of the HLA genotypes DQ2 and DQ8 and the alleles A1*05, A1*0201, B1*0201 and B1*0302 in individuals with celiac disease in Recife, northeastern Brazil.
Department of Postgraduate Studies on Children and Adolescents' Health, Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Pernambuco. margarida.mmcastro@gmail.com