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An RGS2 3'UTR polymorphism is associated with preeclampsia in overweight women.
BMC genetics - 24 Aug 2016
Karppanen Tiina, Kaartokallio Tea, Klemetti Miira M, Heinonen Seppo, Kajantie Eero, Kere Juha, Kivinen Katja, Pouta Anneli, Staff Anne Cathrine, Laivuori Hannele
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BACKGROUND: Preeclampsia is a common and heterogeneous vascular syndrome of pregnancy. Its genetic risk profile is yet unknown and may vary between individuals and populations. The rs4606 3' UTR polymorphism of the Regulator of G-protein signaling 2 gene (RGS2) in the mother has been implicated in preeclampsia as well as in the development of chronic hypertension after preeclampsia. The RGS2 protein acts as an...
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