Matrix Metalloproteinase-1 Gene Polymorphism Associated with Ultrasound-Assessed Carotid Thickness among Older Adults
Background and Aim. Due to the high incidence of vascular diseases, it is necessary to identify new circulating or structural markers for predicting risk for chronic diseases. Some studies suggest that MMP1 gene polymorphisms are associated with the enzyme expression levels in situ (e.g., in atheros...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Aging Research |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/1475890 |