By Murat OsmanThe role of gene polymorphisms in the pathogenesis of endometriosis
By Murat Osman
Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) are the most common type of genetic variations that exist among individuals. These polymorphisms differ by a single nucleotide base pair and are scattered throughout the human genome. Scientists use SNPs as a biological marker to…
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By Kasthuri NairUpdates in the Field of Endometriosis: Genetics
By Kasthuri Nair
This chapter written by Krishnamoorthy and Decherney re-evaluate the literature concerning the genetics of endometriosis. The genetic mechanisms and signaling pathways that led to endometriosis are updated and the tools that help researchers find these abnormal genes and pathways are…
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