Which HLA alleles are most strongly associated with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
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Correct answer: HLA-DR2 and HLA-DR3
HLA-DR2 and HLA-DR3 are the MHC class II alleles most frequently linked to an increased susceptibility to SLE in Caucasian populations.
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