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APOE Genotypes, Lipid Profiles, and Associated Clinical Markers in a Finnish Population with Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors.
Lifestyle genomics - 1 Jan 2022
Leskinen Heidi, Tringham Maaria, Karjalainen Heli, Iso-Touru Terhi, Hietaranta-Luoma Hanna-Leena, Marnila Pertti, Pihlava Juha-Matti, Hurme Timo, Puolijoki Hannu, Åkerman Kari, Mäkinen Sari, Sandell Mari, Vähäkangas Kirsi, Tahvonen Raija, Rokka Susanna, Hopia Anu
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INTRODUCTION: The APOE ε4 allele predisposes to high cholesterol and increases the risk for lifestyle-related diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). The aim of this study was to analyse interrelationships of APOE genotypes with lipid metabolism and lifestyle factors in middle-aged Finns among whom the CVD risk factors are common. METHODS: Participants (n = 211) were analysed for...
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