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January 2009 in “PubMed” A mutation in the KRT86 gene causes hair fragility in a Turkish family.
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October 2010 in “Biochemical and biophysical research communications” The Gsdma3 gene is essential for normal hair development in mice.
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DNA analysis can help tailor alopecia treatment.
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