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Reelin signaling pathway genotypes and Alzheimer disease in a Spanish population.
Alzheimer disease and associated disorders - 1 Jan 2000
Bufill Enric, Roura-Poch Pere, Sala-Matavera Isabel, Antón Sofía, Lleó Alberto, Sánchez-Saudinós Belén, Tomàs-Abadal Lluís, Puig Teresa, Abós Josep, Bernades Santiago, Clarimon Jordi, Blesa Rafael
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BACKGROUND: Several reports suggest that the reelin protein could play a role in Alzheimer pathophysiology. This led us to ask whether genetic variability in the reelin pathway may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer disease (AD) or mild cognitive impairment (MCI). METHODS: This was a case-control study in which neuropsychological tests were administered and peripheral blood samples taken. The study...
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