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Association analysis of the Gln223Arg polymorphism in the human leptin receptor gene, and traits related to obesity in Mexican adolescents.
Journal of human hypertension - 1 May 2005
Guízar-Mendoza J M, Amador-Licona N, Flores-Martínez S E, López-Cardona M G, Ahuatzin-Trémary R, Sánchez-Corona J
Abstract excerpt
Polymorphisms of leptin receptor (LEPR) may contribute to a common form of obesity and, as a consequence, obesity-related diseases. We evaluated the potential role of genetic variation at the LEPR gene in heart sympathetic activity and other traits related to obesity in Mexican adolescents. Adolescents aged between 12 and 17 years, with steady body weight for the last 3 months were included. We evaluated...
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