A unique demographic history exists for the MAO-A gene in Polynesians

Variation in the human monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A) gene can influence neurotransmittor levels and is thought to have a role in many behavioral traits. The genetic architecture of MAO-A is known to vary across different geographic subgroups. Previous studies have reported evidence for positive select...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of human genetics 2012-05, Vol.57 (5), p.294-300
Hauptverfasser:	Eccles, David A, Macartney-Coxson, Donia, Chambers, Geoffrey K, Lea, Rodney A
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Amine oxidase (flavin-containing) Emigration and Immigration Female Gene polymorphism Genetic diversity Genotype Haplotypes Humans Male Minisatellite Repeats - genetics Minority & ethnic groups Monoamine Oxidase - genetics Mutation New Zealand Polymorphism, Single Nucleotide - genetics Positive selection Single-nucleotide polymorphism
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