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Diversity in human genetics studies accelerates discovery and improves health care

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A new, very large genome-wide association study has uncovered many novel genetic factors associated with circulating lipid levels. The success of this study came partly from analysing many samples, but… Click to show full abstract

A new, very large genome-wide association study has uncovered many novel genetic factors associated with circulating lipid levels. The success of this study came partly from analysing many samples, but mostly from including individuals of non-European ancestry. So, why is studying genetic diversity important and how can it help to fight cardiovascular disease?

Keywords: diversity; genetics studies; diversity human; studies accelerates; human genetics; genetics

Journal Title: Nature Reviews Cardiology
Year Published: 2022

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