D76V, L161R, and C117S are the most pathogenic amino acid substitutions with several dangerous consequences on leptin structure, function, and stability
Abstract Background Leptin is a versatile hormone with a variety of functions, including regulation of food intake by inhibiting hunger. Any deleterious mutation in this protein can lead to serious consequences for the body. This study was conducted to identify the most deleterious non-synonymous si...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2019-12-01
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| Series: | Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s43042-019-0033-2 |