DNA from Beethoven's hair gives insight into fatal liver disease, Arts and Culture News
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Using five hair locks, scientists found the composer was genetically predisposed to liver disease and had hepatitis B.
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DNA From Beethoven's Hair Gives Insight Into His Death and a
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DNA from Beethoven's hair gives insight into fatal liver disease
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DNA from Beethoven's hair gives clues to his death
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DNA analysis of Beethoven's hair provides clues to his sickness
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