Genetic Breakthrough Explains Dangerously High Blood Glucose Levels
Friday, May 2, 2008 - 18:21
in Health & Medicine
Researchers have identified a DNA sequence that controls the variability of blood glucose levels in people. This is a potentially significant discovery because high blood glucose levels in otherwise healthy people often are indications of heart disease and higher mortality rates.
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