The Norwegian Twin Registry

The Norwegian Twin Registry

The Norwegian Twin Registry (NTR) is a large population based twin cohort for research purposes. At present, the registry has 14 692 complete twin pairs with information on zygosity and to varying degree information on somatic and mental health, lifestyle and demographics. The registry covers birth...

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Main Authors:	Thomas S. Nilsen, Ingunn Brandt, Nikolai Czajkowski, Gun Peggy Knudsen, Per Magnus, Ted Reichborn-Kjennerud, Kristian Tambs, Jennifer R. Harris, Ragnhild Ørstavik
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Norsk Forening for Epidemiologi 2016-07-01
Series:	Norsk Epidemiologi
Online Access:	https://www.ntnu.no/ojs/index.php/norepid/article/view/2012

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