MYH9 gene variations help explain high rate of kidney disease in African-Americans

Several recent studies have suggested that common gene variations may be responsible for much of the elevated risk of kidney disease in African Americans. New research on the MYH9 gene - and its implications for the screening and possible prevention of kidney disease in the African American population - will be summarised in a press briefing to be held at the American Society of Nephrology's 41st Annual Meeting and Scientific Exposition in Philadelphia...

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