The impact of omentin-1 gene polymorphisms (rs2274907 and rs2274908) on serum lipid concentrations and coronary artery disease in a sample of Iraqi individuals (A pilot study).

Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the primary cause of death worldwide. It is mainly caused by atherosclerosis that initiates from a genetic-environmental interaction. Studies highlighted the association of numerous gene polymorphisms with CAD.