Effect of Variation in CHI3L1 on Serum YKL-40 Level, Risk of Asthma, and Lung Function

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This study shows an association between markers in the gene encoding YKL-40 and asthma, indicating that YKL-40 levels not only serve as a biomarker but also contribute to disease susceptibility.

Keywords: biomarkers genes asthma YKL-40