Genomic analysis identifies variants that can predict the timing of menopause

Genomic analysis identifies variants that can predict the timing of menopause

A broad analysis has identified genetic variants that influence age at natural menopause. The results implicate mechanisms such as DNA-damage repair and give insights into the potential for predicting and treating early menopause. A step closer to predicting and treating early menopause.

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Veröffentlicht in:Nature (London) 2021-08, Vol.596 (7872), p.345-346
1. Verfasser: Zondervan, Krina T.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Analysis
DNA damage
Genetic aspects
Genetic research
Humanities and Social Sciences
Menopause
multidisciplinary
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Science
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Zusammenfassung:A broad analysis has identified genetic variants that influence age at natural menopause. The results implicate mechanisms such as DNA-damage repair and give insights into the potential for predicting and treating early menopause. A step closer to predicting and treating early menopause.
ISSN:0028-0836
1476-4687
DOI:10.1038/d41586-021-01710-8