Epigenetic Markers of Renal Function in African Americans

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an increasing concern in the United States due to its rapidly rising prevalence, particularly among African Americans. Epigenetic DNA methylation markers are becoming important biomarkers of chronic diseases such as CKD. To better understand how these methylation mark...

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Main Authors: Samantha M. Bomotti, Jennifer A. Smith, Alicia L. Zagel, Jacquelyn Y. Taylor, Stephen T. Turner, Sharon L. R. Kardia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Nursing Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/687519