Genetic and environmental effects on age at menarche, and its relationship with reproductive health in twins

Conclusion: It is concluded that twin models provide a powerful means of examining the total genetic contribution to age of menarche. Longitudinal studies of twins may clarify the type of environmental effects that determine the age of menarche.

Source: Indian Journal of Human Genetics - August 5, 2013 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Shayesteh JahanfarMunn-Sann LyeIsthrinayagy S Krishnarajah Source Type: research