Strategies for investigating the genetics of chronic kidney disease
Journal Title: Scientific Journal of Genetics and Gene Therapy - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
This short review describes the strategies employed for investigating genetic variation in chronic kidney disease as well as highlighting potential shortfalls that should be overcome in future studies.
Authors and Affiliations
Chand Sourabh
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