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Includes bibliographical references and index.

The metabolic syndrome : concept, definition, effect, and prevalence -- Pathophysiology of the metabolic syndrome -- Causes of the metabolic syndrome : genetics and environment -- Genetic analysis of the metabolic syndrome -- Genetic variants in endocrine pathways influencing metabolic syndrome -- Gender differences in genetic factors influencing metabolic syndrome risk -- Interaction among elements influencing metabolic syndrome risk -- Network of endocrine setpoints as a combined contributor to metabolic syndrome risk.


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Metabolic syndrome.
Metabolic syndrome--Genetic aspects.


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