The latest genetic tests will help to predict sports progress and serious illnesses

Scientists found out how replacements of only one nucleotide in the genes influencing level of testosterone, influence physical characteristics of athletes. It appeared that combinations of some of them influence the size of muscular fibers, not fatty weight and strength of the person. The research supported by a grant of the Presidential program RNF, will allow to develop in the short term the latest genetic tests which can be applicable in the decision not only sports tasks, but also for identification of risks of developments dangerous diseases. Results of work are published in European Journal of...