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Expression of the selenoprotein S (SELS) gene in subcutaneous adipose tissue and SELS genotype are associated with metabolic risk factors.
Metabolism: clinical and experimental - 1 Jan 2011
Olsson Maja, Olsson Bob, Jacobson Peter, Thelle Dag S, Björkegren Johan, Walley Andrew, Froguel Philippe, Carlsson Lena M S, Sjöholm Kajsa
Abstract excerpt
The selenoprotein S (SELS) is a putative receptor for serum amyloid A, and recent studies have suggested that SELS may be a link between type 2 diabetes mellitus and inflammation. Genetic studies of SELS polymorphisms have revealed associations with circulating levels of inflammatory markers and hard end points of cardiovascular disease. In this study, we analyzed SELS expression in subcutaneous adipose tissue...
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