The present invention uncovers a highly significant association of SNPs in the CNR2 locus, encoding the cannabinoid receptor 2 protein, with osteoporosis. Methods and kits for determining predisposition to osteoporosis, improving diagnosis in individuals suspected of having osteoporosis are provided. Also provided a method of identifying a putative osteoporosis-causing genetic mutation in a subject.

 
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