Position Effect on FGF13 Associated with X-Linked Congenital Generalized Hypertrichosis

    April 2013 in “ Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America ”
    Gina M. DeStefano, Katherine A. Fantauzzo, Lynn Petukhova … Angela M. Christiano
    Studysummary This study found a significant association between reduced FGF13 levels and X-linked congenital generalized hypertrichosis, suggesting FGF13's potential role in hair follicle growth and the hair cycle.
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