ACTN3 ’s R577x Single Nucleotide Polymorphism Allele Distribution Differs Significantly in Professional Football Players According to their Field Position

Conclusions: Genetic biomarkers may be important when analysing performance capability in elite professional football. Identifying the genetic characteristics of a player to adapt his playing position may lead to a position orientation based on physical capabilities and tissue quality in young football players and to performance enhancement in those who are already playing in professional teams.
Source: Medical Principles and Practice - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research