A novel insertion mutation identified in exon 10 of the MEFV gene associated with Familial Mediterranean Fever

Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF), characterized by recurrent fever and inflammation of serous membranes, is an autosomal recessive disease caused by mutations in the Mediterranean fever (MEFV) gene. Around 296 mutations have been reported to date. Methods: Two two-generation Turkish families…

Source:A novel insertion mutation identified in exon 10 of the MEFV gene associated with Familial Mediterranean Fever