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Protein C levels are regulated by a quantitative trait locus on chromosome 16: results from the Genetic Analysis of Idiopathic Thrombophilia (GAIT) Project.
Arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, and vascular biology - 1 Jul 2004
Buil Alfonso, Soria José Manuel, Souto Juan Carlos, Almasy Laura, Lathrop Mark, Blangero John, Fontcuberta Jordi
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OBJECTIVE: Protein C (PC) is a component of the protein C anticoagulant pathway. PC deficiency is a risk factor associated with venous thromboembolism. As part of the Genetic Analysis of Idiopathic Thrombophilia (GAIT) Project, we conducted a genome-wide linkage scan to localize genes that influence variation in PC plasma levels. METHODS AND RESULTS: PC levels were measured in 398 individuals belonging to 21...
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