A Functional Fetal HSD11B2[CA]n Microsatellite Polymorphism is Associated with Maternal Serum Cortisol Concentrations in Pregnant Women
Background/Aims: Cortisol plays an important role during pregnancy. It controls maternal glucose metabolism and fetal development. Cortisol metabolism is partially controlled by the 11b-HSD2. This enzyme is expressed in the kidney and human placenta. The activity of the enzyme is partially controlle...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2014-03-01
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| Series: | Kidney & Blood Pressure Research |
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| Online Access: | http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/355761 |