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Linkage of genes to total lean body mass in normal women.
The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism - 1 Aug 2007
Livshits Gregory, Kato Bernet S, Wilson Scott G, Spector Tim D
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Total lean body mass (LEAN-tot) is one of the three major components of body weight. Its deterioration is a risk factor for frailty. Despite this, there are few studies examining the contribution of genetic factors. OBJECTIVE: Our objective was to examine the contribution of genetic f...
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