The Association between the 5-HTTLPR Polymorphism of the Serotonin Transporter Gene with the Development of Somatoform Disorder in Children

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to reveal the association of 5-HTTLPR polymorphism, including the single nucleotide polymorphism rs25531 (A/G) of the polymorphic region of the L-allele, with the risk of development of somatoform disorder (SD) in children.