Researchers Identify CCL2 Gene As “Common Characteristic Gene” Of Both Systemic Sclerosis, IPF

Scleroderma News Today (2/4, Maia) reports, “The CCL2 gene, which codes for a signaling protein of the same name, is “a common characteristic gene” of both systemic sclerosis (SSc) and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a serious complication of SSc that causes the lungs to become inflamed and scarred, according to a study.” The findings were published in Scientific Reports.