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Special Exhibits
Delve into exhibits that explore the latest science on topics related to rheumatic diseases
Explore the role of the IL-17 family in disease
The IL-17 family of cytokines consists of 6 structurally related signaling molecules (IL-17A, IL-17B, IL-17C, IL-17D, IL-17E, and IL-17F) that play important roles in the immune system.1 Tour an exhibit that examines each of these cytokines and their role in SpA and other immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.
Examine the clinical implications of RF in RA
RF is an autoantibody found in many patients with RA and is a common biomarker of the disease.2 Journey through this exhibit that explores RF as a risk factor of RA, the role of RF in the pathobiology of RA, and the importance of considering RF levels when making clinical decisions.
RF=rheumatoid factor; RA=rheumatoid arthritis.
- Brembilla NC, Senra L, Boehncke WH. The IL-17 family of cytokines in psoriasis: IL-17A and beyond. Front Immunol. 2018;9:1682. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2018.01682
- de Brito Rocha S, Baldo DC, Andrade LEC. Clinical and pathophysiologic relevance of autoantibodies in rheumatoid arthritis. Adv Rheumatol. 2019;59(1):2. doi:10.1186/s42358-018-0042-8