Which of the following genetic polymorphisms is associated with a predisposition to asthma? (Select all that apply.) A. Promoter variants of IL-5 B. Structural variant of IgG receptor C. HLA class II allotypes D. β2-adrenergic receptor variant E. ACOX5 (5-lipoxygenase)
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