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Contribution of the putative genetic factors and ANKH gene polymorphisms to variation of circulating calciotropic molecules, PTH and BGP.
Human molecular genetics - 15 May 2007
Vistoropsky Yulia, Keter Michal, Malkin Ida, Trofimov Svetlana, Kobyliansky Eugene, Livshits Gregory
Abstract excerpt
It is well known that regulation of calcium homeostasis in bone remodeling is one of the most crucial factors for maintaining healthy bones. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) is probably the most important hormone that participates in the bone remodeling process. Another important biochemical factor governing bone metabolism is osteocalcin (BGP). Although the physiological functions of both of these factors are well...
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