The genetics of exceptional human longevity.

doi:10.1046/j.1532-5415.2002.49283.x

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The genetics of exceptional human longevity.

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society - 1 Feb 2002

Perls Thomas, Kunkel Louis M, Puca Annibale A

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There is a substantial distinction to be made between the genetics of aging and the genetics of exceptional longevity. Twin studies suggest that the average set of genetic variations facilitates the average human's ability to live well into their octogenarian years. Other studies indicate that taking full advantage of this average set results in spending the majority of those years in good health. However, many...

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Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Animals
Biological Evolution
Drosophila
Female
Humans
Longevity
Male
Phenotype

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PMID: 12028221
DOI: 10.1046/j.1532-5415.2002.49283.x

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