Research
Molecular
Variation at the leptin receptor gene (LEPR) is associated with obesity in humans.
Practitioners should consider genetic factors related to the leptin receptor when addressing obesity.
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This demonstrates an association between variation at the leptin receptor gene and obesity in humans.
Why this rating
The study involves sequencing and identifying polymorphisms in a specific population.
Source
Structure and Sequence Variation at the Human Leptin Receptor Gene in Lean and Obese Pima Indians
D B Thompson et al. · Human Molecular Genetics · 1997
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