rs2243250
— IL4 IL4 -589C>T
Promoter polymorphism 589 bases upstream of the IL-4 transcription start site; the T allele enhances NFAT-1 binding, elevates IL-4 transcription, raises serum IgE, and amplifies Th2-skewed immune responses underlying allergic asthma, atopic dermatitis, and allergic rhinitis
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rs5030868
— G6PD G6PD Mediterranean
Severe Class II G6PD deficiency variant (c.563C>T, p.Ser188Phe) causing less than 10% residual enzyme activity and high risk of acute hemolytic anemia from drugs, fava beans, and infections; prevalent across Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian populations
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