Answer
This allele strongly increases the risk of abacavir hypersensitivity. A positive result means abacavir must not be started.
Sources for this answer
- Abacavir/Lamivudine 600mg/300mg Film-coated tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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