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LRP1 gene polymorphisms are associated with premature risk of cardiovascular disease in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia.
Revista espanola de cardiologia (English ed.) - 1 Sept 2012
Aledo Rosa, Alonso Rodrigo, Mata Pedro, Llorente-Cortés Vicenta, Padró Teresa, Badimon Lina
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: LRP1 gene overexpression in atherosclerotic plaque is associated with increased lipid uptake through the vascular wall. The aim of the study was to analyze whether LRP1 modulates the genetic risk of developing premature cardiovascular disease in familial hypercholesterolemia, using single nucleotide polymorphism association analysis. METHODS: Ten polymorphisms of the LRP1 gene...
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