Variants in the 5' region of the neuropeptide Y receptor Y2 gene (NPY2R) are associated with obesity in 5,971 white subjects

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The gene encoding neuropeptide Y receptor Y2 (NPY2R) is widely expressed in the central nervous system, with particularly high abundance in the hypothalamus, which is known to be important for appetite regulation. We tested whether variations in NPY2R are associated with obesity.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftDiabetologia
Vol/bind49
Udgave nummer11
Sider (fra-til)2653-8
Antal sider6
ISSN0012-186X
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2006

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