Research
Molecular
The evidence for linkage at chromosome 11q21-q22 increased to P = .0002 (LOD = 2.8) after further investigation.
Further genetic analysis may refine understanding of obesity-related genes.
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The evidence for linkage at 11q21-q22 increased to P = .0002 (LOD = 2.8), peaking between markers D11S2000 and D11S2366.
Why this rating
Based on the detailed statistical analysis presented.
Source
Genomewide search for genes influencing percent body fat in Pima Indians: suggestive linkage at chromosome 11q21-q22. Pima Diabetes Gene Group.
Rachel Norman et al. · PubMed · 1997
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