Genetic association of the glycine cleavage system genes and myelomeningocele

ConclusionWe identified novel and rare, known variants in two of the four GCS genes that may contribute to the development of MM. Consistent with previous findings, the current study provides additional support that genetic variations in GCS genes contribute to the risk of NTDs. Birth Defects Research (Part A), 2016. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Source: Birth Defects Research Part A: Clinical and Molecular Teratology - September 12, 2016 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Rita H. Shah, Hope Northrup, James E. Hixson, Alanna C. Morrison, Kit Sing Au Tags: Original Research Article Source Type: research