Cholesterol-regulating Genes Identified

Tuesday, July 7, 2009 - 22:28 in Health & Medicine

Scientists have come a step closer to understanding how cholesterol levels are regulated. Researchers have identified 20 genes that are involved in this process. Besides giving scientists a better idea of where to look to uncover the mechanisms that ensure cholesterol balance is maintained, the discovery could lead to new treatments for cholesterol-related diseases.

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