rs12035406 - SMYD3

Magnitude 2.8 · 1 study on file

Reported associations

  • Subtype-specific gout susceptibility loci and enrichment of selection pressure on ABCG2 and ALDH2 identified by subtype genome-wide meta-analyses of clinically defined gout patients - Unknown journal (n.d.) · Unknown authors · PubMed 32238385

    ABSTRACT: Objectives Genome-wide meta-analyses of clinically defined gout were performed to identify subtype-specific susceptibility loci. Evaluation using selection pressure analysis with these loci was also conducted to investigate genetic risks characteristic of the Japanese population over the last 2000-3000 years. Methods Two genome-wide association studies (GWASs) of 3053 clinically defined gout cases and 4554 controls from Japanese males were performed using the Japonica Array and Illumina Array platforms. About 7.2 million single-nucleotide polymorphisms were meta-analysed after imputation. Patients were then divided into four clinical subtypes (the renal underexcretion type, renal overload type, combined type and normal type), and meta-analyses were conducted in the same manner.


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Lifestyle context

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

Bloodwork

  • kidney function panel Moderate

    renal uric acid underexcretion may coexist with other kidney function variations; baseline creatinine and eGFR inform management strategy

    obtain serum creatinine and eGFR; repeat if uric acid elevation confirmed

Diet

  • high-purine foods Moderate

    G allele reduces renal uric acid clearance; dietary purine restriction minimizes substrate for hyperuricemia

    limit red meat, organ meats, shellfish, legumes; prioritize lean protein and plant-based options

  • regular alcohol consumption Moderate

    alcohol impairs renal uric acid excretion and increases purine load; effect amplified in G carriers with reduced clearance

    limit to <=1 drink/day for women, <=2 for men; avoid binge episodes

Discuss with your doctor

  • urate-lowering medication eligibility Moderate

    G carriers with elevated serum urate face amplified gout risk; xanthine oxidase inhibitor or uricosuric therapy prevents episodes if uric acid remains chronically elevated

    discuss baseline uric acid level, family history, and gout prevention targets with provider

Lifestyle

  • adequate daily hydration Moderate

    increased urine volume dilutes uric acid and enhances renal clearance despite genetic underexcretion tendency

    target 2-3 liters daily; increase in hot climates or with exercise

Screening

  • serum uric acid level Moderate

    G allele impairs renal uric acid excretion; periodic monitoring tracks gout risk trajectory and guides preventive timing

    baseline test now, annual screening thereafter, sooner if gout symptoms emerge