Nebula Genomics DNA Report for Type 2 Diabetes Is type 2 diabetes 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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STUDY TITLE: GWAS of self-reported mosquito bite size, itch intensity and attractiveness to mosquitoes implicates immune-related predisposition loci SUMMARY: Discovery of 3 genetic variants that are associated with attractiveness to mosquitoes. OVERVIEW: There are many enjoyable aspects of spending time …
STUDY TITLE: Insights into the genetic basis of retinal detachment SUMMARY: Identification of 11 genetic variants associated with retinal detachment. OVERVIEW: The retina is a thin layer of cells in the back of the eye that detects light and enables …
STUDY TITLE: Association of Genetic Variation With Keratoconus SUMMARY: Discovery of 3 genetic regions associated with keratoconus, an eye condition characterized by thinning of the cornea. OVERVIEW: The cornea is a thin, clear layer of tissue that covers the front …
STUDY TITLE: Novel genome-wide associations for anhedonia, genetic correlation with psychiatric disorders, and polygenic association with brain structure SUMMARY: Identification of 11 novel genomic regions associated with anhedonia, the inability to feel pleasure. OVERVIEW: Anhedonia refers to a condition characterized …
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STUDY TITLE: Insights into malaria susceptibility using genome-wide data on 17,000 individuals from Africa, Asia and Oceania SUMMARY: Identification of 5 genomic loci associated with resistance to severe malaria. OVERVIEW: Malaria is a disease caused by parasites transmitted via mosquito …
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STUDY TITLE: A loss-of-function variant in ALOX15 protects against nasal polyps and chronic rhinosinusitis SUMMARY: Identification of 10 genetic variants associated with the development of nasal polyps. OVERVIEW: Nasal polyps are growths that form along the lining of the nasal …
STUDY TITLE: Identification of Genetic Loci Associated With Helicobacter pylori Serologic Status SUMMARY: Discovery of 2 genetic regions associated with susceptibility to stomach infection with Helicobacter pylori bacteria. OVERVIEW: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a bacterium that lives in the …
STUDY TITLE: A genome-wide association study identifies three new risk loci for Kawasaki disease SUMMARY: Identification of 3 genetic variants associated with Kawasaki disease, which causes inflammation and swelling of blood vessels. OVERVIEW: Kawasaki disease is characterized by sudden inflammation …
STUDY TITLE: Genome-wide association study reveals sex-specific genetic architecture of facial attractiveness SUMMARY: Identification of 2 novel genetic variants that are associated with facial attractiveness. OVERVIEW: Facial attractiveness is a complex human trait. Though commonly attributed to sociological factors, there …
