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One of the largest genetic studies ever undertaken has discovered nine new genes linked to type 2 diabetes, opening a door to new understanding and possible treatment.

PARIS - HUNDREDS of scientists sifting through genetic data from 122,000 people have quintupled the number of gene variants known to boost the risk of diabetes, a pair of studies released on Sunday reported. A consortium of researchers first isolated 10 gene mutations that help determine the body's ability to regulate blood sugar and insulin levels, the key factors underlying type 2 diabetes.

Scientists have found 13 new genetic variants that influence blood glucose regulation, insulin resistance, and the function of insulin-secreting beta cells in populations of European descent. Five of the newly discovered variants increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes.

In two major studies published in Nature Genetics today, researchers use biological understanding to dissect the genetics of diabetes. An international team comprising researchers from more than 100 institutions analysed vast suites of genetic data from more than 100,000 people of European descent to uncover the associations.

( Massachusetts General Hospital ) A major international study with leadership from Massachusetts General Hospital researchers has identified 10 new gene variants associated with blood sugar or insulin levels. Two of these novel variants and three that earlier studies associated with glucose levels were also found to increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.

( Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute ) In two international studies of diabetes and glucose metabolism, researchers have found new genetic markers that affect risk of diabetes and glucose levels. Five of the markers influence directly the risk of diabetes. Just as important, the work helps to build understanding of the biological networks that lie behind glucose metabolism and disorders, such as ...

In two international studies of diabetes and glucose metabolism, researchers have found new genetic markers that affect risk of diabetes and glucose levels. Five of the markers influence directly the risk of diabetes. Just as important, the work helps to build understanding of the biological networks that lie behind glucose metabolism and disorders, such as diabetes. The genome-wide approach ...

Hundreds of scientists sifting through genetic data from 122,000 people have quintupled the number of gene variants known to boost the risk of diabetes, a pair of studies released Sunday reported.

Hundreds of scientists sifting through genetic data from 122,000 people have quintupled the number of gene variants known to boost the risk of diabetes, a pair of studies released Sunday reported.

An estimated 300,000 Haitians with diabetes urgently need help

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM--(Marketwire - 01/17/10) - Editors Note: A photo is included with this press release. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and Australia-based non-governmental organization Insulin for Life have launched a relief effort for people with diabetes in quake-stricken Haiti. A shipment of insulin, meters, test strips and other supplies has been rushed to the Haitian Foundation ...

Diabetes UK is calling on people with Type 2 diabetes who self-monitor their blood glucose levels to complete a short online survey. The survey, which you can fill in here , will help inform ongoing work on self-monitoring blood glucose levels that will directly improve the lives of people with diabetes. "Knowing the level of glucose in your blood is useful for when people try to control their ...

A new evidence review suggests that using a pump to deliver insulin continuously - instead of taking three or more daily injections - might result in better control of blood sugar for people with type 1 diabetes. "The findings of this review tell us that both continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion and multiple injections correct blood glucose levels. However, [continuous infusion] may be ...