The effect of Indigenous American genomic ancestry on type 2 diabetes in Mexico: an analysis of 134 548 individuals from the Mexico City Prospective Study
Key Points
Type 2 diabetes incidence is influenced by Indigenous American genomic ancestry in Mexico, revealing significant findings for healthcare.
A sample of 134,548 individuals highlights that genomic ancestry correlates with varying diabetes risk levels.
Epidemiological analysis across diverse regions in Mexico emphasizes the importance of cultural and genetic factors.
Understanding these ancestral links may help tailor diabetes prevention strategies, addressing specific genetic risk factors.
Abstract
Mexican Health Ministry, National Council of Science and Technology for Mexico, Wellcome Trust, Cancer Research UK, British Heart Foundation, Kidney Research UK, and UK Medical Research Council.