Genetic profiling of decreased bone mineral density in an independent sample of Caucasian women
ConclusionsA substantially large percentage of healthy Caucasian women have a high genetic risk of osteoporosis. Weighted GRS was significantly associated with decreased BMD. The contribution of subtype GRS to the BMD variation differs by specific biological pathway and skeletal regions.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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