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Genetic Variation of the Human ACE and ACTN3 Genes and Their Association With Functional Muscle Properties in Lithuanian Elite Athletes
23 May 2011
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Based on the results of many studies, the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and the α-actinin-3 (ACTN3) genes are considered strong candidate genes associated with human physical performance. On the other hand, the data regarding the association of the ACE I/D and ACTN3 R/X polymorphisms with human physical performance in different populations have been conflicting. The objective of...
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