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Relationship of vitamin D binding protein polymorphisms and lung function in Korean chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Yonsei medical journal - 1 Sept 2014
Jung Ji Ye, Choi Dong Pil, Won Sungho, Lee Young, Shin Ju Hye, Kim Young Sam, Kim Se Kyu, Oh Yeon Mok, Suh Il, Lee Sang-Do
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PURPOSE: Multiple genetic factors are associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The association of gene encoding vitamin D binding protein (VDBP, GC) with COPD has been controversial. We sought to investigate the types of GC variants in the Korean population and determine the association of GC variants with COPD and lung function in the Korean population. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study...
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