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Association of the cholesteryl ester transfer protein Taq1 B2B2 genotype with higher high-density lipoprotein cholesterol concentrations and lower risk of coronary artery disease in a Tunisian population.
Archives of cardiovascular diseases - 1 Oct 2008
Rejeb Jihène, Omezzine Asma, Rebhi Lamia, Naffeti Ilyes, Kchok Kaouther, Belkahla Radhia, Bel Hadjmbarek Ibtihel, Ben Rejeb Nabila, Nabli Naoufel, Boujelbene Amira, Ben Abdelaziz Ahmed, Boughzala Essia, Bouslama Ali
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The role of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) in the development of atherosclerosis is undergoing debate. AIMS: In this prospective study, we sought to explore the role of the CETP Taq1B variant in coronary artery disease risk, and its association with plasma lipid and apolipoprotein concentrations. METHODS: DNA was extracted from 316 patients undergoing coronary angiography. The Taq1B...
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