Genetic analysis of the vitamin D receptor gene in two epithelial cancers: melanoma and breast cancer case-control studies

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Vitamin D serum levels have been found to be related to sun exposure and diet, together with cell differentiation, growth control and consequently, cancer risk. Vitamin D receptor (<it>VDR</it>) genotypes may influence ca...

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Main Authors: Zamora Pilar, Arias Jose I, Martin-Gonzalez Manuel, Aviles Jose A, Feito Marta, Floristan Uxua, Sendagorta Elena, Pita Guillermo, Milne Roger L, Fernandez Lara P, Barroso Eva, Blanco Monserrat, Lazaro Pablo, Benitez Javier, Ribas Gloria
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-12-01
Series:BMC Cancer
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2407/8/385