118 SNPs of folate-related genes and risks of spina bifida and conotruncal heart defects

• Main Authors: Shaw Gary M (Author), Lu Wei (Author), Zhu Huiping (Author), Yang Wei (Author), Briggs Farren BS (Author), Carmichael Suzan L (Author), Barcellos Lisa F (Author), Lammer Edward J (Author), Finnell Richard H (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2009-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Folic acid taken in early pregnancy reduces risks for delivering offspring with several congenital anomalies. The mechanism by which folic acid reduces risk is unknown. Investigations into genetic variation that influences transport...