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A member asked:
A match for bone marrow transplant? a distant relative needs a bone marrow transplant. how can i find out if i'd be a match?
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Short answer: Hla. Human leukocyte antigens (hla) are proteins — or markers — found on most cells in your body. Your immune system uses these markers to recognize which cells belong in your body and which do not. A close hla match between patient and donor is the most important factor in selecting the best bone marrow donor for a patient.
Answered 3/3/2013
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