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Molecular genetics of schizophrenia: a critical review.
Journal of psychiatry & neuroscience : JPN - 1 Nov 2003
Berry Neeraj, Jobanputra Vaidehi, Pal Hemraj
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We present an overview of current progress and future directions in the molecular genetics of schizophrenia. We review linkage studies, involving the genome-wide scan of chromosomes with closely spaced polymorphic markers, and association studies of candidate genes, identified on the basis of receptors, neurotransmitters and response to certain drugs. The limitations of the research methodology involved in...
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