Genetic differences in fat shape men and women's health risks (IMAGE)

University of Virginia Health System

Genetic differences in fat shape men and women's health risks

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New findings from Mete Civelek, PhD, of the University of Virginia School of Medicine, help explain the differing health risks men and women face -- and set the stage for better, more targeted treatments.

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Courtesy Civelek lab

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