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Impact of MTHFR C677T gene polymorphism and vitamins intake on homocysteine concentration in the Polish adult population.
Kardiologia polska - 1 Jan 2011
Waśkiewicz Anna, Piotrowski Walerian, Broda Grażyna, Sobczyk-Kopcioł Agnieszka, Płoski Rafał
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Homocysteine (Hcy) levels are modulated by nutritional and genetic factors, among which is the enzyme 5,10-methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR). AIM: To determine the effects of the MTHTR C677T polymorphism, as well as the intake of folate, vitamins B(6) and B(12) on serum Hcy concentration in the Polish population. METHODS: Within the framework of the National Multicentre Health Survey...
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