Variants in the 5' region of the neuropeptide Y receptor Y2 gene (NPY2R) are associated with obesity in 5,971 white subjects
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The gene encoding neuropeptide Y receptor Y2 (NPY2R) is widely expressed in the central nervous system, with particularly high abundance in the hypothalamus, which is known to be important for appetite regulation. We tested whether variations in NPY2R are associated with obesity.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Diabetologia |
Vol/bind | 49 |
Udgave nummer | 11 |
Sider (fra-til) | 2653-8 |
Antal sider | 6 |
ISSN | 0012-186X |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2006 |
ID: 40246522