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. ?2-adrenergic receptor variant
e. ACOX5 (5-lipoxygenase).


c, d, e

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