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Genetic determinants of circulating galectin-3 levels in patients with coronary artery disease.
Molecular genetics & genomic medicine - 1 Sept 2020
Liao Yu-Huang, Teng Ming-Sheng, Juang Jyh-Ming J, Chiang Fu-Tien, Er Leay-Kiaw, Wu Semon, Ko Yu-Lin
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Galectin-3 plays a crucial role in the regulation of inflammation. The aim of this study was to elucidate the association between LGALS3 genotypes, galectin-3 levels, and inflammatory marker levels in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). RESULTS: A total of 474 patients with CAD were enrolled. Significant correlations were discerned between galectin-3 levels and leukocyte counts, C-reactive...
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