The vitamin D receptor gene is associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Vitamin D may have a role in brain function. Low levels have been frequently associated with cognitive decline and may contribute to diseases of the nervous system. The vitamin D receptor (VDR) is widely expressed in human brain. Vitamin D appears to be neuroprotective and may regulate inflammation...

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Auteurs principaux: Lehmann, D, Refsum, H, Warden, DR, Medway, C, Wilcock, G, Smith, A
Format: Journal article
Langue:English
Publié: 2011