Genetic Analysis Links Insomnia Liability to Higher Inflammation Marker
A genetic study published in 'Sleep' suggests a link between insomnia and systemic inflammation, specifically identifying shared genetic markers. Researchers found evidence that insomnia may contribute to higher levels of C-reactive protein, a key inflammation indicator.
Why it matters
Understanding the biological link between sleep disorders and inflammation could lead to new therapeutic approaches for managing chronic health conditions.
Genetic evidence suggests insomnia may help drive systemic inflammation, according to a study published online in Sleep.1 Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Broad Institute identified 125 genetic loci, or regions of the genome, shared between insomnia and C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of low-grade inflammation. They found stronger support for an effect running from insomnia to CRP than the reverse.
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