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A team led by University of Pennsylvania scientists has discovered three genetic variants that offer the first strong clues as to why glaucoma disproportionately affects Black people. (Dreamstime/TNS)
A team led by University of Pennsylvania scientists has discovered three genetic variants that offer the first strong clues as to why glaucoma disproportionately affects Black people. (Dreamstime/TNS)
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Variants are common in people with African ancestry and are associated with a significantly higher risk of developing the sight-robbing disease.

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