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What role does COMT play in stress?

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What role does COMT play in stress?

The provided context does not contain information about COMT. In general, COMT (catechol-O-methyltransferase) degrades catecholamines like dopamine and norepinephrine, thereby modulating stress response. Variants (e.g., rs4680) affect enzyme activity and have been linked to stress reactivity, cognitive function, and psychiatric risk. However, evidence is mixed, mostly from candidate gene studies with small effect sizes. Without direct context, no specific claim about MyBody-X tests can be made. Clinical and genetic counseling is recommended for individual interpretation.

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