Genetic Association of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Gene I/D Polymorphism with Preterm Birth in Korean Women: Case-Control Study and Meta-Analysis.

Conclusion: The ACE gene ID genotype has a significant association with PTB and is a protective factor for PTB. A larger sample set and functional studies are required to further elucidate of our findings.
PMID: 31185683 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Medicina (Kaunas) - June 9, 2019 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Lee NR, Hwang IW, Kim HJ, Kang YD, Park JW, Jin HJ Tags: Medicina (Kaunas) Source Type: research