Analysis of codon 972 (Gly→Arg) polymorphism in IRS-1 gene in type 2 diabetic population

Polymorphism of Insulin Receptor Substrate-1, especially the GGG→AGG (Gly-Arg) substitution at codon 972, is one of the major factors leading to the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus. This defect in IRS-1 causes insulin resistance along with many other consequences. It generally impairs insuli...

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Main Authors: Kumar Robby, Sharan Nishant
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Society of Medical Biochemists of Serbia, Belgrade 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Medical Biochemistry
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Online Access:https://scindeks-clanci.ceon.rs/data/pdf/1452-8258/2012/1452-82581203234K.pdf