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Mapping eQTLs in the Norfolk Island genetic isolate identifies candidate genes for CVD risk traits.
American journal of human genetics - 5 Dec 2013
Benton Miles C, Lea Rod A, Macartney-Coxson Donia, Carless Melanie A, Göring Harald H, Bellis Claire, Hanna Michelle, Eccles David, Chambers Geoffrey K, Curran Joanne E, Harper Jacquie L, Blangero John, Griffiths Lyn R
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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) affects millions of people worldwide and is influenced by numerous factors, including lifestyle and genetics. Expression quantitative trait loci (eQTLs) influence gene expression and are good candidates for CVD risk. Founder-effect pedigrees can provide additional pow...
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