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Lactase persistence phenotype and genotype in Iranian Mazani-Shahmirzadi and Afghan Hazara ethnicities.
European journal of medical genetics - 1 Dec 2022
Rajabloo Servin, Marefat Ezatullah, Hassan-Zadeh Vahideh
Abstract excerpt
Lactase persistence is an autosomal dominant trait characterized by sustained expression of lactase gene throughout adulthood. This trait is mostly prevalent in populations with pastoral or agro-pastoral ancestry and allows lactase persistent individuals to benefit from milk nutrients. Several genetic variants have been identified to be responsible for lactase persistence in different populations and other...
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