rs10965235 (CDKN2B): endometriosis risk SNP

Key takeaways

  • This SNP is linked to higher risk of endometriosis
  • The association has a small effect size (odds ratio 1.44) and very strong significance (p=5.57e-12)
  • It lies in the CDKN2B gene region intron 16
  • The variant may affect expression of nearby genes such as p15

Key takeaways This SNP is linked to higher risk of endometriosis The association has a small effect size (odds ratio 1.44) and very strong significance (p=5.57e-12) It lies in the CDKN2B gene region intron 16 The variant may affect expression of nearby genes such as p15

What the research says A genome-wide association study found that rs10965235 is associated with endometriosis in Japanese women, with an odds ratio of 1.44 and a p value of 5.57e-12 PMID 20601957. The SNP is located in intron 16 of the CDKN2B gene and may influence expression of nearby genes such as p15 [PMID 20601957].

Reported associations Endometriosis (odds ratio 1.44, p=5.57e-12) - the variant is linked to higher risk of this condition [PMID 20601957].

Evidence quality The study used a total of 1,907 Japanese individuals with endometriosis and 5,292 controls, reporting a strong association (p=5.57e-12). No conflicting findings were reported for this variant [PMID 20601957].

No lifestyle considerations on file for this variant.

Frequently asked questions

What does rs10965235 mean?

It is a DNA change in the CDKN2B gene that has been linked to higher risk of endometriosis with an odds ratio of 1.44 and p=5.57e-12.

Is this variant common or rare?

The study reports it as a common SNP found in many people, but its effect on disease is modest.

Can I change my risk by lifestyle?

No specific lifestyle advice is linked to this variant; the evidence does not support any changes.