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SAA1 gene variants and childhood obesity in China.
Lipids in health and disease - 30 Oct 2013
Zhang Xiao, Tang Qi-Zhu, Wan Ai-Ying, Zhang Hai-Ju, Wei Li
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Obesity increases the risk for insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome in both adults and children. SAA is a member of apolipoprotein and plays an important role in maintaining glucose and lipid homeostasis. The purpose of this study was to assess SAA1 allelic variants with obesity in young school-age children. METHODS: A total of 520 consecutive children ages 5-15 years were recruited. Children...
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