Study reveals how APOE4 gene may increase risk for dementia
Mar 16, 2021 · Certain genes can increase the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. One of the most significant genetic risk factors is a form of the apolipoprotein E gene …
APOE Gene Test: What It Is, How It Works & Results
Aug 21, 2024 · The APOE gene test identifies the types of the APOE gene in your DNA. The APOE4 gene increases your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The test results aren’t a …
APOE4 Testing: To Know or Not to Know Alzheimer's Risk - WebMD
Jun 7, 2024 · The apolipoprotein E gene (APOE for short) is linked to Alzheimer’s risk because it's involved in the body’s process for carrying cholesterol and other fats in the bloodstream. …
A rare mutation protects against Alzheimer's disease ...
May 31, 2022 · Researchers have discovered that a rare mutation inherited with the APOE4 gene variant protects against Alzheimer's, shedding new light on ways to counteract high-risk genes …
Scientists identify gene variant that may protect against ...
Sep 12, 2024 · A rare version of the fibronectin 1 gene may protect against Alzheimer’s in high-risk, APOE ε4 carriers, according to NIA-funded research.
Apolipoprotein E and Alzheimer disease: pathobiology and ...
Jul 31, 2019 · Polymorphism in the apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene is a major genetic risk determinant of late-onset Alzheimer disease (AD), with the APOE* ε 4 allele conferring an …
APOE4/4 is linked to damaging lipid droplets in Alzheimer’s ...
Mar 13, 2024 · Our findings suggest a link between genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease with microglial lipid droplet accumulation and neurotoxic microglia-derived factors, potentially …