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GlossaryGGN Repeats

specific DNA sequence repeated within certain genes

GGN repeats refer to a specific sequence of nucleotides (guanine-guanine-nucleotide) that are repeated multiple times within a gene. These repeats can influence the function of the gene and are often studied in the context of genetic disorders and variations. For example, variations in the number of GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene can affect its activity and have been linked to conditions like androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness).

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research Polymorphism of CAG and GGN Repeats of Androgen Receptor Gene in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

9 citations , September 2015 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online”

Longer GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome.

A Pharmacogenetic Survey of Androgen Receptor (CAG)N and (GGN)N Polymorphisms in Patients Experiencing Long-Term Side Effects After Finasteride Discontinuation

research A Pharmacogenetic Survey of Androgen Receptor (CAG)N and (GGN)N Polymorphisms in Patients Experiencing Long-Term Side Effects After Finasteride Discontinuation

16 citations , September 2014 in “International Journal of Biological Markers”

Longer CAG and GGN repeats increase alopecia risk, but no significant link to post-finasteride syndrome found.

research Androgen Receptor Gene CAG and GGN Polymorphisms in Infertile Nigerian Men

26 citations , November 2009 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation”

Certain gene variations are not a major cause of male infertility in Nigerian men.

Androgen Receptor Gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n Length Polymorphisms and Symptoms in Young Males with Long-Lasting Adverse Effects After Finasteride Use Against Androgenic Alopecia

research Androgen Receptor Gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n Length Polymorphisms and Symptoms in Young Males with Long-Lasting Adverse Effects After Finasteride Use Against Androgenic Alopecia

March 2017 in “European Urology Supplements”

Gene differences affect finasteride side effects in men with hair loss.

research Analysis of Polymorphism of Androgen Receptor in Cases of Androgenetic Alopecia

January 2011 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology”

Shorter GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene are linked to androgenetic alopecia.

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