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FABP2 Ala54Thr polymorphism and diabetes in Chilean elders.
Diabetes research and clinical practice - 1 Aug 2007
Albala Cecilia, Villarroel Ana, Santos José Luis, Angel Bárbara, Lera Lydia, Liberman Claudio, Sanchez Hugo, Pérez-Bravo Francisco
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OBJECTIVE: The FABP2 Ala54Thr polymorphism has been associated with insulin resistance and diabetes in several populations. The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of FABP2 genotypes in 223 Chilean subjects (136 women and 87 men aged 65-79 years) and its association with type 2 diabetes in a 4 years follow-up. METHODS: Glucose, Insulin and lipids were measured in fasting plasma samples. Insulin...
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