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Association between Apolipoprotein E Variants and Obesity-Related Traits in Mexican School Children.
Journal of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics - 1 Jan 2014
Rodríguez-Carmona Yanelli, Pérez-Rodríguez Marcela, Gámez-Valdez Eli, López-Alavez Francisco J, Hernández-Armenta Claudia I, Vega-Monter Norma, Leyva-García Gerardo, Monge-Cázares Tulia, Barrera Valencia Daniela, Balderas Monroy Marisol, Pfeffer Frania, Meléndez Guillermo, Pérez Lizaur Ana Bertha, Pardío Jeanette, Tejero María Elizabeth
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND/AIM: Genetic variation in apolipoprotein E (ApoE) has a key role in lipid metabolism. However, its contribution to the amount and distribution of body fat is under investigation. The aim of this study was to analyze the association between genetic variation in ApoE and obesity-related traits in Mexican school children. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Anthropometric, body composition and physical activity...
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