Cardiolipin and Autoimmune Disorders: Understanding the Connection
Autoimmune disorders are conditions where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its tissues. One of the key players in many autoimmune disorders is cardiolipin, a phospholipid found in the inner mitochondrial membrane. When the immune system produces antibodies against cardiolipin, it can lead to a range of autoimmune conditions, the most notable being antiphospholipid syndrome…