| Literature DB >> 24703347 |
Tony R Merriman1, Hyon K Choi2, Nicola Dalbeth3.
Abstract
Gout results from deposition of monosodium urate (MSU) crystals. Elevated serum urate concentrations (hyperuricemia) are not sufficient for the development of disease. Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have identified 28 loci controlling serum urate levels. The largest genetic effects are seen in genes involved in the renal excretion of uric acid, with others being involved in glycolysis. Whereas much is understood about the genetic control of serum urate levels, little is known about the genetic control of inflammatory responses to MSU crystals. Extending knowledge in this area depends on recruitment of large, clinically ascertained gout sample sets suitable for GWAS.Entities:
Keywords: ABCG2; Association; Gene; Genome-wide association studies; Gout; SLC2A9; Urate
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Year: 2014 PMID: 24703347 DOI: 10.1016/j.rdc.2014.01.009
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Rheum Dis Clin North Am ISSN: 0889-857X Impact factor: 2.670