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  • Nephrology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Caffeine is a widely consumed psychoactive substance.
  • Its impact on kidney function is not well understood.
  • Genetic factors influence caffeine metabolism and response.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between genetically predicted plasma caffeine levels and caffeine intake with kidney function.
  • To differentiate the effects of caffeine metabolism versus intake on kidney traits using a Mendelian randomization approach.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) framework.
  • Employed genetic variants in CYP1A2 and AHR genes.
  • Analyzed genome-wide association study data for plasma caffeine and intake.

Main Results:

  • Higher plasma caffeine levels were linked to decreased estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR).
  • Greater caffeine intake was associated with increased eGFR and reduced chronic kidney disease risk.
  • A discrepancy was observed between plasma levels and intake effects.

Conclusions:

  • Genetically predicted plasma caffeine levels and intake have opposing associations with kidney function.
  • Faster caffeine metabolizers may consume more to compensate, influencing observed effects.
  • Further research is required to clarify the distinct roles of plasma caffeine and beverage consumption on kidney health.