Impact of vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms on blood lead levels in Thai lead exposed workers

• Main Authors: Winai Wananukul, Tanyachai Sura, Krongtong Yoovathaworn, Nirada Kasiwut, Boonsong Ongphiphadhanakul
• Other Authors: Mahidol University
• Format: Article
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology; Medicine
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/13807

Background: Although lead poisoning has aroused public concern, its toxicokinetics and mechanism of toxicity are still unclear. Vitamin D regulates calcium homeostasis via vitamin D receptor (VDR) and its polymorphisms cause variability of body calcium and bone density. VDR polymorphisms may correla...