Expressive

rs10899112 - RN7SL786P - DGAT2-DT

Magnitude 2.2 · 1 study on file

Reported associations

  • Decreased Circulating Very Small Low-Density Lipoprotein is Likely Causal for Age-Related Macular Degeneration - Unknown journal (n.d.) · Unknown authors · PubMed 39091897

    ABSTRACT: Objective Abnormal changes in metabolite levels in serum or plasma have been highlighted in several studies in age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of irreversible vision loss. Specific changes in lipid profiles are associated with an increased risk of AMD. Metabolites could thus be used to investigate AMD disease mechanisms or incorporated into AMD risk prediction models. However, whether particular metabolites causally affect the disease has yet to be established. Design A 3-tiered analysis of blood metabolites in the United Kingdom (UK) Biobank cohort to identify metabolites that differ in AMD patients with evidence for a putatively causal role in AMD. Participants A total of 72 376 donors from the UK Biobank cohort including participants with AMD (N = 

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Lifestyle context

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Bloodwork

  • lipid panel with HDL subfractions Moderate

    rs10899112 C allele is associated with increased small HDL cholesterol; HDL subfraction analysis helps assess lipid profile quality.

    obtain lipid panel including HDL subfractions; repeat annually or per provider guidance

Diet

  • Mediterranean or DASH diet for lipid optimization Moderate

    Plant-forward diets rich in fiber and unsaturated fats improve HDL cholesterol levels and may favorably shift HDL particle distribution.

    emphasize whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, olive oil, nuts; limit refined carbohydrates and processed foods

Discuss with your doctor

  • HDL particle size, lipid profile, and cardiovascular risk Moderate

    rs10899112 affects small HDL cholesterol levels; clinical interpretation and personalized risk assessment guide optimal lipid management strategy.

    review lipid results with healthcare provider, emphasizing HDL subfraction findings and cardiovascular risk status

Exercise

  • aerobic exercise for HDL improvement Moderate

    Regular aerobic exercise increases HDL cholesterol and may improve HDL particle size distribution; important for rs10899112 carriers with altered small HDL metabolism.

    150 minutes moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week, or equivalent high-intensity interval training