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The Q223R Polymorphism of the Leptin Receptor Gene as a Predictor of Weight Gain in Childhood Obesity and the Identification of Possible Factors Involved.
Genes - 17 May 2020
Marcos-Pasero Helena, Aguilar-Aguilar Elena, Colmenarejo Gonzalo, Ramírez de Molina Ana, Reglero Guillermo, Loria-Kohen Viviana
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(1) Background: Childhood rapid weight gain during development has been postulated as a predictor of obesity. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) on the annual weight gain and height growth, as well as identifying possible lifestyle factors involved. (2) Methods: As part of the GENYAL study, 221 children (6-8 years old) of Madrid (Spain) were...
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