Genes and MS 101
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Genes carry information for the body, like the blueprints for different kinds of proteins. Some gene variants may increase our risk of diseases like MS. However, MS is tricky to predict as it is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Download this article to find out what our genes can tell us about MS risk.
Published: 2022
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