#  The gene that causes arthritis possibly helped humans survive the Ice Age 

 





July 05, 2017

 

 

- [ Coverage on Nature Genetics GDF5 and Height Paper ](/news-categories/coverage-nature-genetics-gdf5-and-height-paper)
 
 

 

"Interestingly, the region that harbours this variant is closely linked to other mutations that affect GDF5 activity in the joints, increasing the risk of osteoarthritis in the knee and hip," said Terence Capellini.

**Source:** The Indian Express

**Author:** IANS

**Link:** [Full Text](https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/science/gene-causing-arthritis-possibly-helped-humans-survive-ice-age-4736401/)



 

 

 



 

 

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