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APOL1 Genetic Risk: How African Ancestry Increases Kidney Disease Risk

Posted By John Morris    On 26 Feb 2026    Comments (0)

APOL1 Genetic Risk: How African Ancestry Increases Kidney Disease Risk

APOL1 genetic variants explain up to 70% of the excess kidney disease risk in people of African ancestry. Learn how these inherited mutations work, who should be tested, and what steps can reduce kidney damage - plus the latest breakthroughs in treatment.

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