Nebula Genomics DNA Report for Inflammatory Protein Levels Are inflammatory protein levels genetic? We created a DNA report based on a study that attempted to answer this question. Below you can see a SAMPLE DNA report. To get your personalized …
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What is ClinVar? For many people, getting their genome sequenced is the start of an exciting journey. Often, though, people are left unsure of where to begin their exploration of their DNA data. To learn how genetics affects health, a …
Apolipoproteins – cholesterol “cargo ships” In this blog post we will discuss APOE (Apolipoprotein E) and its role in Alzheimer’s disease. Cholesterol and fats receive much bad publicity. Many people are surprised to learn that they play an important role …
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STUDY TITLE: FLT3 stop mutation increases FLT3 ligand level and risk of autoimmune thyroid disease SUMMARY: Identification of 99 genetic variants associated with autoimmune thyroid disease. OVERVIEW: The human immune system evolved to defend our bodies against disease-causing microorganisms. However, …
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STUDY TITLE: Patient genetics is linked to chronic wound microbiome composition and healing SUMMARY: Identification of 6 genetic variants that explain variation in wound microbiome diversity, a critical factor in the wound healing process. OVERVIEW: Normally wounds heal in a matter of …
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STUDY TITLE: Common Genetic Variation Indicates Separate Causes for Periventricular and Deep White Matter Hyperintensities SUMMARY: Discovery of 11 genomic regions associated with periventricular white matter hyperintensities that indicate brain lesions. OVERVIEW: The brain is a delicate organ that requires …
STUDY TITLE: A multiethnic genome-wide analysis of 44,039 individuals identifies 41 new loci associated with central corneal thickness SUMMARY: Identification of over 40 new genetic variants associated with central corneal thickness, which is linked to multiple disorders of the eye. …
STUDY TITLE: Identification of ALK in Thinness SUMMARY: Discovery of 5 genetic variants associated with thinness. OVERVIEW: Although diet and exercise are important for maintaining healthy body weight, individuals who eat similar foods and exercise similar amounts can differ in …
STUDY TITLE: Transethnic Genome-Wide Association Study Provides Insights in the Genetic Architecture and Heritability of Long QT Syndrome SUMMARY: Identification of 3 genomic regions associated with long QT syndrome. OVERVIEW: The heartbeat is controlled by electrical impulses which normally pause …
STUDY TITLE: Genome-wide association study identifies 32 novel breast cancer susceptibility loci from overall and subtype-specific analyses SUMMARY: Discovery of novel genetic variants associated with triple-negative breast cancer. OVERVIEW: Breasts are complex structures with multiple cell types which can give …
