Scientists discover new genetic variation that contributes to diabetes

Sunday, September 6, 2009 - 12:10 in Health & Medicine

Scientists have identified a genetic variation in people with type 2 diabetes that affects how the body's muscle cells respond to the hormone insulin, in a new study published today in Nature Genetics. The researchers, from Imperial College London and other international institutions, say the findings highlight a new target for scientists developing treatments for diabetes...

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