Close to the bone: 100 gene deletions in mice identifies nine new genes that determine bone strength

Thursday, August 2, 2012 - 23:00 in Health & Medicine

Researchers have uncovered nine new genes associated with bone health. This study found clues to the cause of bone disorders such as osteoporosis, osteogenesis imperfecta, and high bone density syndromes by investigating the bone mineral content, strength and flexibility.

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