Scientists Say One Gene Could Be Behind up to 93% of Alzheimer’s Cases

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• ⬤ A single gene, APOE, may play a much larger role in Alzheimer's disease than previously recognized.
• ⬤ A growing body of evidence suggests that the APOE gene is linked to up to 93% of Alzheimer's cases.
• ⬤ The APOE gene was identified as a key player in the progression of the disease.