TXNIP (IMAGE) Tokyo Medical and Dental University Caption Single nucleotide polymorphism of MLX gene enhances the transcription of TXNIP, thereby promoting inflammasome-mediated inflammatory activity. Credit Department of Cardiovascular Medicine,TMDU Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.