Genetic variations in HMGCR and PCSK9 and kidney function: a Mendelian randomization study
Background The genetically predicted lipid-lowering effect of HMGCR or PCSK9 variant can be used to assess drug proxy effects on kidney function. Methods Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis-identified HMGCR and PCSK9 genetic variants were used to predict the low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholester...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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The Korean Society of Nephrology
2023-07-01
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Series: | Kidney Research and Clinical Practice |
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Online Access: | http://www.krcp-ksn.org/upload/pdf/j-krcp-22-237.pdf |