Angiotensins
Researchers' work from Winthrop University focuses on angiotensins
Published in Diabetes Week, February 22nd, 2010
"Specific polymorphisms of the apolipoprotein E (APOE) and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) genes appear to increase risk for Alzheimer's disease and cognitive dysfunction in the general population, yet little research has examined whether genetic factors influence risk of cognitive dysfunction in patients with Type 1 diabetes. The long-term follow-up of the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial/Epidemiology of Diabetes Interventions and Complications (DCCT/EDIC) population provides an opportunity to examine if specific genetic variations in APOE and ACE alter risk for cognitive decline," researchers in the United States report.
"Neurocognitive function in Type 1...
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Source: Diabetes Week (2010-02-22)
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