New Study Uncovers the Link Between RFX6 Gene Mutation and Diabetes
July 04, 2024
July 04, 2024
HELSINKI, Finland, July 4 (TNSres) -- The University of Helsinki issued the following news release:
A recent study by the University of Helsinki has uncovered that a mutation in the RFX6 gene significantly impairs insulin secretion, thereby elevating the risk of type 2 and gestational diabetes among carriers. Notably, this gene mutation is more prevalent in Finland than in other parts of the world.
The regulatory factor RFX6 is crucial for the development of pancreatic . . .
A recent study by the University of Helsinki has uncovered that a mutation in the RFX6 gene significantly impairs insulin secretion, thereby elevating the risk of type 2 and gestational diabetes among carriers. Notably, this gene mutation is more prevalent in Finland than in other parts of the world.
The regulatory factor RFX6 is crucial for the development of pancreatic . . .