DRD2 and DRD4 genes related to cognitive deficits in HIV-infected adults who abuse alcohol

Conclusion: The study shows that genetically determined differences in the SNP rs6277 DRD2 gene and DRD4 48 bp VNTR may be risk factors for deficits in executive function and cognitive flexibility.

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Source: Behavioral and Brain Functions - August 27, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Karina VillalbaJessy DevieuxRhonda RosenbergJean Cadet Source Type: research