Vitamin D Receptor gene polymorphisms taq-1 and cdx-1 in female pattern hair loss

Conclusion: Taq-1 and Cdx-1 can be considered as risk factors for FPHL. They may play role in disease persistence rather than disease initiation. This association may be explained by failure of new anagen growth and decreased proliferation of hair follicle stem cells. Further studies are recommended to confirm current findings.

Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - June 10, 2020 Category: Dermatology Authors: Iman Seleit Ola Ahmed Bakry Eman Badr Mai Mabrouk Source Type: research