Scientists identify non-coding genes as a new cause for neonatal diabetes

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Scientists discovered new genetic causes for neonatal diabetes in non-coding genes, previously overlooked in research. The study identified DNA changes in two genes, RNU4ATAC and RNU6ATAC, as the cause of autoimmune neonatal diabetes in 19 children. This research highlights the importance of non-coding genes in disease and may offer insights into Type 1 diabetes.


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