摘要 |
<p>The present invention provides methods for the assessment of risk of developing occupational chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (OCOPD) in smokers and non-smokers using analysis of genetic polymorphisms. The present invention also relates to the use of genetic polymorphisms in assessing a subject's risk of developing OCOPD. Nucleotide probes and primers, kits, and microarrays suitable for such assessment are also provided.</p> |