HLA genes and surnames show a similar genetic structure in Lombardy: Does this reflect part of the history of the region?

Article Abstract:

The cluster analysis of eleven provinces of Lombardy in northern Italy shows that the genetic structure of the region is a function of two independent parameters HLA allele frequencies and surnames. The similar genetic structure shown by these two independent sets reflect the ancient history of this most populated region that is preserved in the present population.

HLA histocompatibility antigens, HLA antigens, Allelomorphism, Alleles, Cluster analysis, Histocompatibility antigens

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Variations of somatotype in elderly Sardinians

Article Abstract:

A description on the age-related variations of somatotype in a cross-sectionalsample of healthy elderly subjects from Sardinia, Italy is provided. The results show a dominance of the endo- and mesomorphic components in the elderly subjects, with less development of ectomorphy than in younger individuals.

United States, Health aspects, Aged, Elderly, Somatotypes, Sardinians

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Polymorphic alu insertions in five north-west Italian populations

Article Abstract:

The frequencies of eight human polymorphic Alu insertion loci in population samples from five towns in North-West Italy are analyzed. The study provides the data on Alu insertion polymorphism which is greater than anticipated degree of isolation.

Genetic polymorphisms, Quantitative trait loci, Clinical report

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