genetic
- Middle East
UAE to mandate premarital genetic testing
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday, December 25, announced that genetic testing will be mandatory for all Emirati couples as part…
- Health
Large-scale DNA study reveals genetic links to height
Washington: Researchers have identified over 12,000 genetic variants that influence a person’s height.The 12,111 variants, which cluster around parts of the genome associated with skeletal growth, provide a powerful genetic predictor for…
- Health
Can genetic testing help evaluate risk of heart disease
New York: US researchers have launched a clinical trial in which genetic testing is used to identify men and women at risk of developing heart disease based on the makeup of their…
- Health
Study discovers genetic pathways to understand obesity
London: A new study has helped to shine light on the genetic pathways underlying obesity which could help develop more personalised ways to help people maintain a healthy weight. The findings of…
