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ALG14 polymorphisms are associated with higher levels of palmitic acid (16:0) and lower levels of stearic acid (18:0).

Understanding these genetic associations can inform dietary recommendations.

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ALG14 polymorphisms were associated with higher 16:0 (P=2.7×10(-11)) and lower 18:0 (P=2.2×10(-18)).
Jason Wu et al. · Circulation Cardiovascular Genetics · 2013

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Genome-Wide Association Study Identifies Novel Loci Associated With Concentrations of Four Plasma Phospholipid Fatty Acids in the De Novo Lipogenesis Pathway

Jason Wu et al. · Circulation Cardiovascular Genetics · 2013

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