Major histocompatibility complex
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The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) is a large genomic region or gene family found in most vertebrates that encodes MHC molecules. MHC molecules play an important role in the immune system and autoimmunity.
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See also
- Cell-mediated immunity
- Disassortative sexual selection
- Humoral immunity
- Transplant rejection
- Monell Chemical Senses Center, a research facility which works in this field
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