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The possible role of 10398A and 16189C mtDNA variants in providing susceptibility to T2DM in two North Indian populations: a replicative study.
Human genetics - 1 Feb 2007
Bhat Audesh, Koul Anil, Sharma Swarkar, Rai Ekta, Bukhari S I A, Dhar M K, Bamezai R N K
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The role of mitochondria in causing diseases is becoming evident as more and more studies are focusing on this organelle of the cell. This is largely attributed to its reactive oxygen species (ROS) production property. In the context of diabetes, ROS is suggested to trigger different forms of insulin resistance involving different mechanisms. The suggestive role of a mtDNA variant G10398A in increasing ROS...
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