Article
[Lipoprotein lipase gene polymorphism in non-insulin-dependent diabetics: preliminary study].
Revista medica de Chile - 1 Nov 1997
Pérez F, Lafayette T, Santos J L, Calivillán M, Carrasco E
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BACKGROUND: Lipoprotein lipase plays a crucial role in plasma lipoprotein metabolism. Several lipoprotein lipase gene polymorphisms have been found associated with lipid levels, premature atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. AIM: To investigate, in the Chilean population, the genotype distribution of lipoprotein lipase polymorphisms and its possible association with lipid levels and obesity. PATIENTS AND...
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