Genome-wide association study of quantitative ocular traits, including axial length and central corneal thickness, identifies loci for refractive error in the Korean population.

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BACKGROUND: The eye is a sensory organ that receives light and generates visual information. Refractive errors, which are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors, are a major cause of visual impairment. In particular, the high prevalence of myopia in some East Asian countries has become an increasing public health concern. OBJECTIVE: To gain insights into the genetic basis of refractive error, this...

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