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A functional polymorphism at 3'UTR of the PAX6 gene may confer risk for extreme myopia in the Chinese.
Investigative ophthalmology & visual science - 1 Jun 2011
Liang Chung-Ling, Hsi Edward, Chen Ku-Chung, Pan Yun-Ru, Wang Yung-Song, Juo Suh-Hang Hank
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PURPOSE: The paired box 6 (PAX6) is involved in eye development and associated with several ocular diseases. Conflicting results have been reported regarding the association between PAX6 polymorphism and myopia. This case-control study and functional assay were conducted to identified a functional risk polymorphism for myopia. METHODS: The study cohort included 1083 cases (≤ -6.0 D) and 1096 controls (≥ -1.5 D)...
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