Article
Novel genetic variations associated with salt sensitivity in the Korean population.
Hypertension research : official journal of the Japanese Society of Hypertension - 1 May 2011
Rhee Moo-Yong, Yang Soo Jin, Oh Sang Woo, Park Yongsoon, Kim Cho-il, Park Hye-Kyung, Park Sung Woo, Park Cheol-Young
Abstract excerpt
Salt sensitivity is a risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. To date, only a few genetic variations have been identified as being associated with salt sensitivity. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of salt sensitivity in the Korean population and to identify genetic variants affecting its development. A total of 101 Korean participants consumed a low-salt diet for 7 days followed by a...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
