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Single nucleotide polymorphism (snp)

Mutation: occurs in less than 1% of the population SNP: occurs in 1-10% of the population. Was once an evolutionary advantage. E.g. genetic high cholesterol. Cholesterol supports the immune system , so protects against infection diseases. But high LDL, or rather the size of LDL particles and the ratio to HDL, are now a disadvantage.

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Added on Feb 3, 2022 by Barbara Van De Keer

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