Body Clock Receptor Linked to Diabetes in New Genetic Study

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A study recently published in Nature Genetics has found new evidence for a link between the body clock hormone melatonin and type 2 diabetes. The study found that people who carry rare genetic mutations in the receptor for melatonin have a much higher risk of type 2 diabetes.

The findings should help scientists to more accurately assess personal diabetes risk and could lead to the development of personalised treatments.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/01/120129151052.htm
 
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