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The role of LNPEP and ANPEP gene polymorphisms in the pathogenesis of pre-eclampsia.
European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology - 1 Sept 2020
Khaliq Olive P, Konoshita Tadashi, Moodley Jagidesa, Naicker Thajasvarie
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OBJECTIVE: The exact role of renin angiotensin system (RAS) in the pathogenesis of pre-eclampsia has not been established. Gene polymorphisms, however, have been implicated in the pathophysiology. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the association of the Angiotensin IV receptor and aminopeptidase-N in the pathogenesis of pre-eclampsia. STUDY DESIGN: Stored blood samples of 637 South African women...
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