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Adiponectin and leptin gene polymorphisms in women with gestational diabetes mellitus.
Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics - 1 Apr 2017
Pawlik Andrzej, Teler Joanna, Maciejewska Agnieszka, Sawczuk Marek, Safranow Krzysztof, Dziedziejko Violetta
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PURPOSE: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is the glucose intolerance occurring during pregnancy. The prevalence of GDM is increased in obese women. Leptin and adiponectin are adipokines that play an important role in the regulation of insulin secretion and glucose and lipid metabolism. The aim of this study was to examine the association between adiponectin and leptin gene polymorphisms and the development of...
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