HLA Class II Polymorphisms Associated with The Physiologic Characteristics Defined by Traditional Chinese Medicine: Linking Modern Genetics with An Ancient Medicine

Abstract

This was the first study to systematically investigate the relationship between HLA and TCM constitution using a high-resolution typing technique. The results suggested a genetic basis for the classification of physical constitution in TCM. This study laid the foundation, for the first time ever, toward gaining insight into the theory of traditional medicine using modern biological approaches.