[Original Articles] Genetic Influence on Blood Pressure and Underlying Hemodynamics Measured at Rest and During Stress

Conclusions Cardiovascular measures obtained during rest and stress show substantial heritability that is comparable between individuals of African and European descent. Most of the variance in both resting and stress levels is explained by common genetic factors, although other genetic factors that only contribute to cardiovascular levels during stress are also important.
Source: Psychosomatic Medicine - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Genetics, Psychophysiology, Blood Pressure Original Articles Source Type: research