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Musculoskeletal

Genetic markers associated with musculoskeletal and bone health. Listed for each SNP are the nutrients and day to day activities shown to influence gene expression.

Musculoskeletal

FGFR2

FGFR2 is a receptor protein which binds fibroblast growth factor, which typically promotes cell division and differentiation.
Musculoskeletal

ATP2B1

ATP2B1 is membrane protein which plays an important role in maintaining the cellular calcium balance.
Musculoskeletal

GC

GC is a protein which binds to vitamin D allowing for its efficient transport around the body.
Musculoskeletal

CYP2R1

CYP2R1 is an enzyme expressed in the liver that converts dietary vitamin D into a form which can be transported around the body.
Musculoskeletal

VDR

VDR is the receptor for vitamin D, its main function is to regulate calcium uptake from the gut into the bloodstream.
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