Polymorphisms in the SRNPN gene are associated with obesity susceptibility among Spanish population

ConclusionsTo our knowledge, this is the first study reporting an association between variability in the SNRPN gene with the risk of being obese. Interestingly, it was the major allele of each SNP, which was found associated with the risk of weight gain. Further studies analyzing this locus, and the possible additive deleterious capability of SNPs combinations, could be useful to demonstrate the obesity development.

Source: The Journal of Gene Medicine - March 1, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: David Albuquerque, Lic ínio Manco, Luz M González, Guillermo Gervasini, Goitzane Marcaida Benito, Juan R González, Raquel Rodríguez‐López Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research