Expressive

rs111331221 - VPS37D - DNAJC30

Magnitude 2.2 · 1 study on file

Reported associations

  • Genetics of 35 blood and urine biomarkers in the UK Biobank - Unknown journal (n.d.) · Unknown authors · PubMed 33462484

    ABSTRACT: Clinical laboratory tests are a critical component of the continuum of care. We evaluate the genetic basis of 35 blood and urine laboratory measurements in the UK Biobank (n=363,228 individuals). We identify 1,857 loci associated with at least one trait, containing 3,374 fine-mapped associations, and additional sets of large-effect (> 0.1 sd) protein-altering, HLA, and copy-number variant associations. Through Mendelian Randomization analysis, we discover 51 causal relationships, including previously known agonistic effects of urate on gout and cystatin C on stroke. Finally, we develop polygenic risk scores for each biomarker and built 'multi-PRS' models for diseases using 35 PRSs simultaneously, which improved chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, gout, and alcoholic cirr

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Lifestyle context

Concrete actions anchored to the cited research. We do not prescribe, we describe.

Diet

  • Excess alcohol consumption Moderate

    Alcohol substantially elevates triglycerides, particularly in genetically susceptible individuals

    Limit to <1 drink per day for women, <2 per day for men

  • Excess refined carbohydrates and added sugars Moderate

    Refined carbohydrates drive triglyceride synthesis; limiting intake reduces cardiovascular risk from elevated triglycerides

    Limit refined carbs and added sugars to <25% of daily calories; prioritize whole grains

Discuss with your doctor

  • Triglyceride management strategy with healthcare provider High

    Genetic predisposition to elevated triglycerides warrants personalized management plan considering family history and current lipid levels

Exercise

  • Regular aerobic exercise Moderate

    Aerobic activity reduces triglyceride levels and improves lipid metabolism, mitigating genetic predisposition

    150 minutes moderate-intensity aerobic exercise weekly

Screening

  • Triglyceride levels High

    rs111331221 risk allele G is significantly associated with elevated triglyceride levels in large GWAS (p=7.00e-12, n=355,577), indicating genetic predisposition

    Obtain fasting lipid panel annually or biennially

Supplements

  • Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil) Moderate

    Omega-3s (EPA/DHA) reduce triglyceride levels; evidence-based option for elevated triglycerides from genetic predisposition

    1-3g EPA/DHA daily if fasting triglycerides >150 mg/dL