HLA-DR16

In the land of genes, there lived a type, Called HLA-DR16, oh what a sight! It recognized DRB1*1601, *1602, and *1604, A serotype special, we can't ignore! In the Mediterranean, it made its home, With frequencies modest, it liked to roam. DR16, part of the DR2 serotype clan, With HLA-DR15, a close cousin, hand in hand. Oh, HLA-DR16, you're truly unique, In the world of antigens, you're quite a mystique. You help our bodies, our immune system strong, Protecting us from harm all day long. With genes so special, you play your part, Recognizing proteins, like a work of art. In the Mediterranean, you're loved and adored, A serotype cherished, forevermore. So let us remember, HLA-DR16's name, A gene serotype that brought us fame. In the world of genetics, it stands tall, A fascinating story, we'll always recall. Random page: UICC/AJCC staging