Distribution of polymorphism rs693 of ApoB gene in a sample of Colombian Caribbeans.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Several studies have reported that the single nucleotide polymorphism rs693 of Apo lipoprotein B gene is associated with high levels of plasma lipids and high body mass index, which are risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. The distribution of this single nucleotide polymorphism and its association with the phenotype depend on the genetic background of each population.

Objective

To evaluate the distribution of single nucleotide polymorphism rs693 and its association with lipid profile and body mass index in a sample of Colombian Caribbeans.

Methods

108 non-related adult subjects of both gender were included in this study. Body mass index and lipid profile that included total cholesterol, triglycerides, Low Density Lipoprotein and High Density Lipoprot

SUBMITTER: Mendoza-Torres E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7141149 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature