ATVB in Focus Life After GWAS: Functional Genomics in Vascular Biology
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Recent genome-wide association studies have identified hundreds of genetic loci as being associated with vascular diseases or traits and their risk factors. Many of the loci uncovered represent novel discoveries with no obvious candidate genes and molecular mechanisms, testifying to the complexity of vascular diseases. To understand the functional consequences of genetic variations and help pinpoint the underlying genes and mechanisms of common complex diseases, functional genomics that integrate genetic variations and intermediate molecular traits such as gene expression has been extensively studied in the past few years. This review summarizes the key concepts of functional genomics, the current state of the field, and its application in vascular diseases. (Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol. 2012;32:216-222.)
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