http://matrixgenomics.com/blog empowering people through genetic knowledge Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:53:34 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en   "Our findings suggest that bitter melon extract modulates several signal transduction pathways, which induces breast cancer cell death," said lead researcher Ratna B. Ray, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Pathology at Saint Louis University. "This extract can be utilized as a dietary supplement for the prevention of breast cancer." Results ... http://matrixgenomics.com/blog/2010/02/bitter-melon-extract-decreased-breast-cancer-cell-growth/ New research shows people who regularly take ibuprofen may reduce their risk of developing Parkinson's disease, according to a study released February 17 that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 62nd Annual Meeting in Toronto April 10 to April 17, 2010. The research involved 136,474 people who did ... http://matrixgenomics.com/blog/2010/02/prevention-an-ibuprofen-a-day-could-keep-parkinsons-away/      ... http://matrixgenomics.com/blog/2009/06/family-history-and-chronic-disease-risk-assessment/      There are any number of genetic testing services on the world wide web. I am sure their numbers are growing as you read this post.  Each of them offers their own array of tests and services which are packaged together in myriad forms.  In situations where regulation is limited, ... http://matrixgenomics.com/blog/2009/06/genetic-testing-pitfalls/ Matrix Genomics, Inc. is offering a new test for Parkinson's disease. It is based on now-published research. This research identified a concise genetic signature found among a third of Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients—but at very low frequency in the general population. The signature is found in the LRRK2 gene located ... http://matrixgenomics.com/blog/2009/06/a-genetic-signature-for-a-third-of-parkinsons-disease-lrrk2-gene/ This is the first post at our blog www.matrixgenomics.com.  Matrix Genomics, Inc. is a new company. It specializes in DNA tests for common health conditions that run in families. Not eveyone will be interested, e.g. some people don't want to know their specific disease risks, for financial reasons, or because they do not ... http://matrixgenomics.com/blog/2009/04/the-world-of-testing-for-dna/