Genetic testing for a predisposition to the ruptures and sprains of ligaments and tendons
The gene codes for type V collagen, which is an important component of skeletal muscles, tendons and other connective tissues. The T/T genotype carriers synthesize more rigid and elastic collagen fibrils, which helps reduce energy expenditure and increase endurance, but at the same time the risk of tendon ruptures increases by 2.4 times.