Distribution characteristics of the sabA, hofC, homA, homB and frpB-4 genes of Helicobacter pylori in different regions of China.
Mengyang FangZhijing XueLihua HeYuanhai YouYanan GongDongjie FanLu SunKangle ZhaiYaming YangJiangzhong ZhangPublished in: PloS one (2022)
The prevalence of homA, homB, and sabA genes and the sabA "on" or "off" status have significant geographical differences among five provinces in China. The presence of homA and sabA genes may be protective factors of gastritis.