TAS2R38 gene polymorphism and its association with taste perception, alcoholism and tobacco chewing among the Koraga -a primitive tribal population of Southwest coast of India
In conclusion, increased frequency of non-tasters might have influenced the higher risk of alcohol dependence and tobacco chewing in the Koraga population.
Source: Meta Gene - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research
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