research Madarosis: A marker of many Maladies
Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.
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research Taking advantage from phenotype variability in a local animal genetic resource: identification of genomic regions associated with the hairless phenotype in Casertana pigs
Researchers found two genes that may explain why some Casertana pigs don't have hair.
research Rapid Genetic Analysis of Epithelial-Mesenchymal Signaling During Hair Regeneration
The method quickly analyzes hair growth genes and shows that blocking Smo in skin cells stops hair growth.
research A BIOCHEMICAL MARKER IN A DOMINANT MOUSE TRAIT
The Naked (N) trait in mice is linked to lower glycine and tyrosine in hair proteins.
research Clonal expansion from standing genetic variation underpins the evolution of an emerging plant pathogen in Australia
The plant pathogen in Australia evolves through existing genetic variation, not new genotypes.
research Leucine-Rich Repeat-Containing G-Protein-Coupled Receptors as Markers of Adult Stem Cells
Certain proteins, Lgr5 and Lgr6, are important markers of adult stem cells and are involved in tissue repair and cancer development.
research Biology and Genetics of Hair
The document concludes that understanding the genes and pathways involved in hair growth is crucial for developing treatments for hair diseases.
research Hair follicle characteristics as early marker of Type 2 Diabetes
Hair characteristics might be early signs of Type 2 Diabetes and could help with early prevention.
research LRIG1 is a positive prognostic marker in Merkel cell carcinoma and Merkel cell carcinoma expresses epithelial stem cell markers
LRIG1 is linked to better survival in Merkel cell carcinoma.
research Prostate-Specific Antigen as a Marker of Hyperandrogenism in Women and Its Implications for Antidoping
PSA levels could help detect illegal steroid use in female athletes but face challenges like cost and PCOS prevalence.
research Abstracts from the 55th European Society of Human Genetics (ESHG) Conference: Oral Presentations
NIPT can help detect potential maternal cancer, and GIPXplore can identify immune diseases in pregnancies.
research Analogs of human genetic skin disease in domesticated animals
Some domesticated animals have the same genetic skin diseases as humans, which can help doctors understand human genetic mutations.
research Advances in genetic and molecular understanding of Omenn syndrome - implications for the future
Newborn screening and gene therapy are expected to improve outcomes for Omenn syndrome patients.
research Advances in the genetic understanding of hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia
Scientists now better understand the genetics of hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, leading to more accurate diagnoses and potential new treatments.
research Evaluating the hormonal and biochemical markers in womens with polycystic ovarian syndrome PCOS in Missan Province
Women with PCOS in Missan Province have higher weight, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues.
research Facial Appearance and Markers of Cardiometabolic Risk in Healthy Adult Men
Men's facial appearance shows age, body fat, and testosterone levels, not metabolic health.
research Unlocking the genetic secrets of Dorper sheep: insights into wool shedding and hair follicle development
Dorper sheep's wool shedding is linked to specific genes and pathways, which may help understand human hair growth.
research Effect of Evening Primrose Oil on Hyperandrogenism Markers in Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Evening primrose oil significantly improves hormone levels and reduces BMI and cholesterol in women with PCOS.
research Comma hairs: A dermatoscopic marker for tinea capitis
Comma hairs are a specific sign of tinea capitis when viewed with videodermatoscopy.
research Hormonal regulation in male androgenetic alopecia—Sex hormones and beyond: Evidence from recent genetic studies
Hormones and genes affect hair growth and male baldness.
research Epidermal Cells Expressing Putative Cell Markers in Nonglabrous Skin Existing in Direct Proximity with the Distal End of the Arrector Pili Muscle
Certain skin cells near the base of hair muscles may help renew and stabilize skin, possibly affecting skin disorder understanding.
research Current issues on the genetic implications and treatment of androgenic alopecia
Hair loss is linked to heart disease and metabolic syndrome, and while current treatments vary in effectiveness, more research is needed for better solutions.
research Free Androgen Index (FAI): Marker of Premature Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
The Free Androgen Index (FAI) is the best indicator of early hair loss in men before age 30.
research Prostate-specific antigen as a diagnostic marker in female hyperandrogenism
PSA could be a marker for hyperandrogenism in women, but more research is needed.
research The Current Landscape for Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Legal, Ethical, and Policy Issues
The document concludes that the fast-growing direct-to-consumer genetic testing market lacks sufficient regulation, posing risks to consumers due to questionable test quality and accuracy.
research Clinical, ultrasound and hormonal markers of androgenicity in acne vulgaris
Acne severity is linked to higher levels of certain androgenic hormones, even when those levels are within the normal range.
research Blood MUC-18/MCAM expression in patients with melanoma: a suitable marker of poor outcome
High MUC-18/MCAM levels in blood indicate a worse outlook for melanoma patients.
research 9. Immunology and Genetics
The document concludes that Borrelia afzelii causes a skin condition in France, a gene is linked to hair loss in Caucasian women, and various genetic mutations affect skin diseases.
research Sulfotransferase SULT1A1 activity in hair follicle, a prognostic marker of response to the minoxidil treatment in patients with androgenetic alopecia: a review
Sulfotransferase SULT1A1 activity may predict minoxidil treatment success for hair loss.
research Keratins in health and cancer: more than mere epithelial cell markers
Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.