Genetic Variants Giving Rise To Differences In Metabolism Identified
Monday, December 1, 2008 - 02:28
in Biology & Nature
Common genetic polymorphisms induce major differentiations in the metabolic make-up of the human population, according to an article in PLoS Genetics. Scientists have conducted a genome-wide association study with metabolomics, identifying genetic variants in genes involved in the breakdown of fats. The resulting differences in metabolic capacity can affect individuals' susceptibility to complex diseases such as diabetes and hyperactivity.
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