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The role of single-nucleotide variants of the energy metabolism-linked genes SIRT3, PPARGC1A and APOE in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis risk.
Genes & genetic systems - 13 May 2017
Albani Diego, Pupillo Elisabetta, Bianchi Elisa, Chierchia Armando, Martines Rosalba, Forloni Gianluigi, Beghi Ettore
Abstract excerpt
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a multifactorial disease, possibly with contributions from genetics and lifestyle. We examined variants in genes relevant to energy metabolism and physical activity in a case-control association study, with the aim of assessing genetics and physical activity as contributors to ALS risk. A well-characterized sample of Italian ALS patients (101) and controls (101) from the...
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