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The human gene map for performance and health-related fitness phenotypes

Authors :
Rankinen, Tuomo
Perusse, Louis
Raurmaa, Rainer
Rivera, Miguel A.
Wolfarth, Bernd
Bouchard, Claude
Source :
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. June, 2001, Vol. 33 Issue 6, p855, 13 p.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

This article describes a human gene map used to help identify genetic differences related to physical performance and health. Traits such as endurance, muscular strength, metabolism, hemodynamic characteristics, and body composition are analyzed as genetic variables related to athletic ability and general health.

Subjects

Subjects :
Human genetics -- Research
Health -- Genetic aspects
Physical fitness -- Genetic aspects
Chromosome mapping -- Research
Phenotype -- Research
Health
Sports and fitness

Details

ISSN :
01959131
Volume :
33
Issue :
6
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.75744283

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