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The Gly16-->Arg16 and Gln27-->Glu27 polymorphisms of beta2-adrenergic receptor are associated with metabolic syndrome in men.
The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism - 1 Oct 2003
Dallongeville Jean, Helbecque Nicole, Cottel Dominique, Amouyel Philippe, Meirhaeghe Aline
Abstract excerpt
Endogenous catecholamines contribute to regulation of adipose tissue lipolysis, glucose homeostasis, and vascular tone. The goal of the present study was to assess the association between the Gly(16)-->Arg(16) and Gln(27)-->Glu(27) polymorphisms of the beta(2)-adrenergic receptor and metabolic syndrome. Participants were recruited in a population survey and included 1195 men and women. Metabolic syndrome was...
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