Gene that regulates immune system linked to preeclampsia

Tuesday, February 15, 2011 - 11:30 in Health & Medicine

Researchers at North Carolina State University have discovered that the placentas of women who suffer preeclampsia during pregnancy have an overabundance of a gene associated with the regulation of the body's immune system. Their discovery may lead to improved screening and prenatal care for these patients and their babies...

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