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Can a patient still have primary HLH even in the absence of any HLH associated genetic mutations?

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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology · Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children

Yes, a patient can still have primary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) even in the absence of identified HLH-associated genetic mutations.

Primary HLH, also known as familial HLH, is typically linked to mutations in genes related to the immune system, such as PRF1, UNC13D, STX11, STXBP2, and ...

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