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Apolipoprotein L1 (APOL1) and Nephropathy.
Giornale italiano di nefrologia : organo ufficiale della Societa italiana di nefrologia - 28 Feb 2026
Szyferman Alanis Yael, Kleppe Soledad, Cristiano Fabrizio, Conde-Manotas Juan C, Cadena-Bonfanti Andrés, Aroca-Martinez Gustavo, Musso Carlos G
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Introduction. End-stage renal disease exhibits a disproportionate prevalence among Black individuals and older adults within the United States and worldwide. A significant genetic contributor to this disparity is the Apolipoprotein L1 (APOL1) gene, found exclusively in populations of African ancestry. Materials and Method. We aim to perform a narrative review regarding the current understanding of APOL1 and its...
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