Tag: APOL1 variants
APOL1 Genetic Risk: How African Ancestry Increases Kidney Disease Risk
Feb 12, 2026 / 1 Comments
APOL1 genetic variants explain most of the kidney disease disparity in people with African ancestry. Learn how these inherited mutations increase risk, who should get tested, and how early monitoring can prevent kidney failure.
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