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Gene Polymorphisms and Elite Athletic Performance by Boo om is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses how gene polymorphisms may influence elite athletic performance. It reviews studies showing evidence of the important role of genetics in traits related to performance. The number of genes potentially correlated with sport performance is increasing, currently including over 165 autosomal genes and 5 on the X chromosome, as well as 17 mitochondrial DNA genes. The document analyzes the inheritance of performance-related traits and the genetic basis of training adaptation.
- Author
- Boo om
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- EN