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TARGET Study — Leong Team
Human Studies / TARGET
Genetics · Recall-by-Genotype

Targeted Assessment of participants through Recall by Genotype for Evaluation and Translation

This research leverages genomic information to identify individuals with high genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, and characterizes their beta-cell function, insulin resistance, and pharmacogenetic responses to type 2 diabetes therapies.

TARGET study
Study Design

Aims & Outcomes

Aims

  • Characterize physiologic and pharmacological responses in individuals with extreme genetic risk for type 2 diabetes.

Outcomes Measured

  • Pancreatic beta-cell function and insulin resistance, plus glycemic response to a sulfonylurea drug challenge.