rs116429934 - CSMD1: Mean arterial pressure association
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Key takeaways
- This SNP is linked to mean arterial pressure.
- The effect size is small but statistically significant.
- It is not associated with other traits in this study.
Key takeaways This SNP is linked to mean arterial pressure. The effect size is small but statistically significant. It is not associated with other traits in this study.
What the research says The variant is associated with mean arterial pressure reported effect size 3.95 p=1e-6 in about 10 thousand individuals [PMID 38104120].
Reported associations Mean arterial pressure the variant is associated with a higher mean arterial pressure reported effect size 3.95 p=1e-6 in about 10 thousand individuals [PMID 38104120].
Evidence quality The association is reported in a genome-wide association study of about 10 thousand individuals [PMID 38104120]. The effect size is 3.95 p=1e-6.
Lifestyle considerations No lifestyle considerations on file for this variant.
Lifestyle context
Concrete actions anchored to the cited research. We do not prescribe, we describe.
Diet
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Dietary sodium intake Moderate
High sodium intake elevates blood pressure; particularly important for those with genetic predisposition to elevated blood pressure
Limit to less than 2.3 grams sodium per day
Exercise
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Aerobic exercise for blood pressure management Moderate
Aerobic exercise reduces blood pressure; particularly important given genetic predisposition to elevated mean arterial pressure
150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity activity
Screening
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Blood pressure monitoring Moderate
This SNP is associated with higher mean arterial pressure, increasing blood pressure-related disease risk
Check blood pressure at least annually; discuss baseline assessment if not yet done
Frequently asked questions
What does the rs116429934 variant do?
It is a genetic marker that has been found to be linked to mean arterial pressure.
Is this variant related to disease?
No, it is not associated with any disease in the study.
Can I change my blood pressure by taking this test?
The test only identifies a genetic association; it does not predict or change your blood pressure.