Study unveils potential genetic links to lung disease risk
A new study involving data from more than 20,000 individuals has uncovered several DNA sequences linked to impaired pulmonary function. The research, an analysis that combined the results of several smaller studies, provides insight into the mechanisms involved in reaching full lung capacity. The findings may ultimately lead to better understanding of lung function and diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the fourth leading cause of death in the United States.
Study unveils potential genetic links to lung disease risk
A new study involving data from more than 20,000 individuals has uncovered several DNA sequences linked to impaired pulmonary function. The research, an analysis that combined the results of ...
Mon 14 Dec 09 from PhysOrg
Potential genetic links to lung disease risk uncovered, Mon 14 Dec 09 from ScienceDaily
NIH-Funded Study Unveils Potential Genetic Links To Lung Disease Risk, Mon 14 Dec 09 from RedOrbit
New genes for lung disease discovered
Scientists have discovered five genetic variants that are associated with the health of the human lung. The research by an international consortium of 96 scientists from 63 centres in Europe ...
Sun 13 Dec 09 from PhysOrg
New genes for lung disease discovered, Mon 14 Dec 09 from Biology News
New genes for lung disease discovered, Sun 13 Dec 09 from Eurekalert
Gene variant may help against emphysema, asthma
Uncommon version seems to lessen risk of lung diseases, even in smokers
Wed 16 Dec 09 from ScienceNews
Media availability: Genetic variant may control lung function and risk of COPD
Researchers have discovered evidence that suggests a genetic variant may be associated with better preserved lung function among children with asthma and adults who smoke, according to a new ...
Thu 17 Dec 09 from Eurekalert
Gene Variant Seems to Guard Against Asthma, COPD
A gene variant that plays a role in inflammation seems to protect the lungs of children with asthma as well as adults who smoke.
Wed 16 Dec 09 from Health News
Mutation Linked to COPD Susceptibility (CME/CE)
A mutation in a macrophage-derived protein helps preserve lung function in children with asthma and in adult smokers, and also affords protection against chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, ...
Wed 16 Dec 09 from MedPageToday
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