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Genetic variation in C-reactive protein in ethnic Chinese population in Taiwan.
European journal of clinical investigation - 1 May 2013
Huang Chin-Chou, Chung Chia-Min, Leu Hsin-Bang, Lin Tsung-Hsien, Hung Shuen-Iu, Wu Tao-Cheng, Huang Po-Hsun, Lin Shing-Jong, Pan Wen-Harn, Chen Jaw-Wen
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) is a sensitive inflammatory marker suggested for cardiovascular risk stratification. This study aimed to assess the potential genetic determinants for serum hs-CRP levels in a cohort with well-controlled nondiabetic hypertension. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Ethnic Chinese nondiabetic hypertensive patients were enrolled in Taiwan. They received comprehensive...
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