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Panic disorder is associated with the Val308Iso polymorphism in the hypocretin receptor gene.
Psychiatric genetics - 1 Apr 2011
Annerbrink Kristina, Westberg Lars, Olsson Marie, Andersch Sven, Sjödin Ingemar, Holm Göran, Allgulander Christer, Eriksson Elias
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BACKGROUND: Orexin A and B are neuropeptides influencing, for example, arousal and respiration. Although panic disorder is characterized by both enhanced proneness for arousal and by respiratory abnormalities, the possible influence of orexin-related genes on the risk of developing this disorder...
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