hrp0094p1-195 | Thyroid B | ESPE2021

DNA Methylation at a nutritionally sensitive region of the PAX8 gene is associated with thyroid volume and function in Gambian children

Candler Toby , Kessler Noah , Gunasekara Chathura , Ward Kate , James Phil , Dyer Roger , Elango Rajavel , Waterland Robert , Moore Sophie , Ludgate Marian , Prentice Andrew , Silver Matt ,

Background: Thyroid hormones contribute to a wide range of physiological processes and health outcomes. Epigenetic regulation of thyroid development and function has been little explored. PAX8 (Paired Box 8) is a thyroid transcription factor implicated in thyroid gland development and differentiation. PAX8 gene methylation appears to be sensitive to the environment in early pregnancy.Methods and Findings: Using a recall-by-epige...