The K121Q polymorphism of the ENPP1/PC-1 gene is associated with insulin resistance/atherogenic phenotypes, including earlier onset of type 2 diabetes and myocardial infarction.
We conclude that the interaction between the K121Q polymorphism of the PC-1 gene and birth length affects insulin sensitivity and increases susceptibility to type 2 diabetes and hypertension in adulthood.
The present study shows that, although the Q allele of the human glycoprotein PC-1 gene is associated with surrogate measures of insulin resistance, it may not be enough to increase the susceptibility to type 2 diabetes.