The association of angiotensin-converting enzyme gene insertion/deletion polymorphisms with adaptation to high altitude: A meta-analysis

Background: Fluid retention is linked to the physiology and pathophysiology of humans at high altitude (HA). The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) gene plays a role in the regulation of plasma volume and vascular tone. Materials and methods: In this meta-analysis, eligible studies published before...

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Main Authors: Yuxiao Wang, Hongxiang Lu, Yu Chen, Yongjun Luo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi - SAGE Publishing 2016-02-01
Series:Journal of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/1470320315627410