Cardiovascular Disease
News on molecular diagnostics, pharmacogenomics tests for coronary artery disease, congenital heart defects, and more.
Novel Locus Tied to Rheumatic Heart Disease in Black Africans
A lack of an independent cohort limited the researchers' ability to replicate their finding and underscored the need for better representation of Africans in research.
University of Sydney Wins A$1.4M Grant, Teams With Allelica on Cardiac Polygenic Risk Scores
Researchers at the University of Sydney will work with Allelica to develop polygenic risk scores for coronary artery disease prevention and integrate the testing into primary care.
The new reports link variants in CYP2C19 to the safety and efficacy of two drugs, a commonly prescribed antiplatelet drug and an antidepressant.
Kidney Omics Study Sheds Light on Blood Pressure Mechanisms
Combining genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenomic profiles from human kidneys with GWAS results, investigators discovered blood pressure targets and regulators.
Invitae to Provide Genetic Testing Within eMERGE Population Screening Study
As a new clinical affiliate, Invitae will test up to 25,000 patients in a study exploring the role of genetics in cancer, heart disease, and other conditions.