Are global DNA methylation levels in human adipose tissue related to fat distribution and glucose homeostasis?
Our data suggest that the variability in global methylation in adipose tissue might be related to alterations in glucose metabolism.
In Japan, carriage of the MMP-7-181 G allele and of the CMA/B A allele were each associated with an increased risk for H. pylori-related noncardia gastric cancer development. MMP-7-181 and CMA/B genotyping tests might be useful tools for screening for individuals with higher gastric cancer risk.