Mutation Linked to Lower Lipid Levels in Some Amish

Courtesy MedPage Today Infectious Disease  Fri, 12/12/2008 - 17:13

BALTIMORE (MedPage Today) -- An analysis of how Old Order Amish in Pennsylvania handle high-calorie milkshakes led to the finding that about 5% have a genetic mutation that may fend off heart disease.


 

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