MODY 1
MODY 1 or HNF4A-MODY is a form of maturity onset diabetes of the young.This transcription network plays a role in the early development of the pancreas, liver, and intestines.Diabetes (persistent hyperglycemia) typically develops by early adult years, but may not appear until later decades.Many patients with MODY 1 are treated with sulfonylureas for years before insulin is required.Many people with this condition have low levels of triglycerides, lipoprotein(a), apolipoproteins AII and CIII.