Across all three prospective studies, a higher genetic risk score significantly increased the incidence of coronary events — as much as 90 percent in those at highest risk. (sciencedaily.com)
While known risk factors such as a family history and elevated LDL cholesterol were also associated with an elevated genetic risk score, genetic risk was the most powerful contributor to cardiac risk. (sciencedaily.com)
Evaluation of genetic risk scores for prediction of dichotomous outcomes. (www2.rtrn.net)