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Association of the apolipoprotein B gene polymorphisms with cholesterol levels and response to fluvastatin in Brazilian individuals with high risk for coronary heart disease.
Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine - 1 Aug 2000
Guzmán E C, Hirata M H, Quintão E C, Hirata R D
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The influence of genetic polymorphism of the apolipoprotein B on lipid metabolism and coronary heart disease (CHD) risk has been demonstrated in different populations, but few studies have shown the contribution of this risk factor in individuals from Brazil. The Ins/del, Xbal and EcoRI polymorphisms of apo B were evaluated in 93 controls and in 104 Caucasian individuals presenting with a high risk lipid profile...
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