The genetics of type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, affecting approximately 5-10% of the adult population in the United States [1, 2]. Diabetes is caused by the interaction of multiple environmental and genetic factors and is, therefore, referred to as a complex genetic, polygenic disorder. Despite...

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Main Authors: Lindgren, C, Hirschhorn, J
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2001