Article
NQO1 polymorphism and susceptibility to ischemic stroke in a Chinese population.
BMC medical genomics - 22 Aug 2024
Wang Min, Shen Ying, Gao Yuan, Chen Huaqiu, Duan Fuhui, Li Siying, Wang Guangming
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Ischemic stroke (IS) is a major cause of death and disability worldwide. Genetic factors are important risk factors for the development of IS. The quinone oxidoreductase 1 gene (NQO1) has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective properties. Thus, in this study, we investigated the relationship between NQO1 gene polymorphism and the risk of IS. METHODS: Peripheral blood was collected from 143...
Topics
- Aged
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Case-Control Studies
- China
- East Asian People
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Ischemic Stroke
- NAD(P)H Dehydrogenase (Quinone)
