Is a functional polymorphism in the TIM-1 gene associated with asthma in a Chinese Han population?
Our findings suggest that the -416G>C variation site in the human TIM-1 promoter region is associated with asthma susceptibility in a Chinese Han population.
This data suggests that changes in mechanical loading of the knee joint meniscus from 10% to 20% dynamic strain can increase the catabolic activity of the meniscus.