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Free light chains in patients with HIV: establishing local reference ranges and their association with stage of disease, chronic antigen stimulation and the effect of Haart

Germishuys, Jurie J. (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: Serum free light chains (FLC) are associated with imbalances in heavy and light chain production. Abnormal FLC ratios have been associated with risk of progression in certain diseases. ...
Molecular investigation of genetic and environmental factors contributing to obesity in adolescent learners residing in the semi-urban/rural areas of the Western Cape Province, South Africa

Yako, Yandiswa Yolanda (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background/Aims: Obesity has increased rapidly in South African children and adolescents with significant variability observed among racial groups. Genes that regulate appetite have been studied in different ...
The occurance of genetic variations in the MYH9 gene and their association with CKD in a mixed South African population

Masconi, Katya (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The purpose of this study was to investigate the association of the selected MYH9 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its related co-morbidities in the South African ...