Association of adiposity markers with Uncoupling Protein 1 3826 AG genotype

Abstract Statement of problem The present study was conducted to determine the association of UCP1 (Uncoupling Protein 1) 3826 marker with body mass index and waist hip ratio among 193 healthy adults (89 males and 104 females) of Delhi who were voluntarily participated in the study. Methods Anthropometric measurements were taken using standardized protocol. Blood samples were also collected from the study group for DNA analyses. Results A/G genotype was found to have highest waist hip ratio among females. Waist hip ratio was found to be a better predictor than body mass index among females as compared to males. Conclusion This study highlights the contribution of UCP 1 genetic marker to adiposity markers among the heterogeneous population of North Delhi.