The MTHFR 677T Allele May Influence the Severity and Biochemical Risk Factors of Alzheimer’s Disease in an Egyptian Population

Objective. We evaluated whether the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) 677C>T marker influences the risk and severity of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and whether AD is associated with homocysteine, vitamin B12, and cholesterol levels in Egypt. Methods. Forty-three Alzheimer's cases...

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Main Authors: Nasser Attia Elhawary, Doaa Hewedi, Arwa Arab, Salwa Teama, Hassan Shaibah, Mohammed Taher Tayeb, Neda Bogari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Disease Markers
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/524106