HTR2C Gene Variant and Salivary Cortisol Levels after Endurance Physical Activity: A Pilot Study.

Journal: Lifestyle genomics
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: The 5-hydroxytryptamine 2C receptor (HTR2C) rs6318 polymorphism has been associated with increased sensitivity to stress. This study investigated whether the rs6318 genotype modified the cortisol response to endurance physical activity.

Authors

  • Laura Bordoni
    Unit of Molecular Biology, School of Pharmacy, University of Camerino, Camerino, Italy.
  • Donatella Fedeli
    Unit of Molecular Biology, School of Pharmacy, University of Camerino, Camerino, Italy.
  • Marco Piangerelli
    Computer Science Division, School of Science and Technology, University of Camerino, Camerino, Italy.
  • Rosita Gabbianelli
    Unit of Molecular Biology, School of Pharmacy, University of Camerino, Camerino, Italy, rosita.gabbianelli@unicam.it.

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