In recent studies undertaken by experts at the University of Virginia Health System and the University of Michigan, it has been documented that there is a confirmed relationship between specific genes and varying types of addiction. A scientific discovery in the field of molecular genetics originally thought to be of great complexity and uncertainty until now.
Established by means of comparison, the study provides an outline of particular genomic locations on eleven chromosomes where addictions to alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, heroin, nicotine and opoids are assembled closely.
It must be established however, that the specific nature and functionality of the gene variants remains unknown. Once this can be identified, more beneficial, possibly even personalized, treatments for addicted individuals to multiple substances can be determined.
It is recognized that research into the genetics of addiction is far from complete, with the suggestion of functional studies as well as further sampling involving ethnic populations currently being scrutinized.
Original article: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090310142912.htm
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