Differential in vitro and in vivo effect of barley cysteine and serine protease inhibitors on phytopathogenic microorganisms [PDF]
Protease inhibitors from plants have been involved in defence mechanisms against pests and pathogens. Phytocystatins and trypsin/α-amylase inhibitors are two of the best characterized protease inhibitor families in plants.
Cambra Marin, Ines +5 more
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Evaluation of cystatin C for the detection of chronic kidney disease in cats [PDF]
BackgroundSerum cystatin C (sCysC) and urinary cystatin C (uCysC) are potential biomarkers for early detection of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats. An in-depth clinical validation is required.
Abrahamson M +9 more
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In keeping with recent developments in basic research; the importance of the Cathepsins as targets in cancer therapy have taken on increasing importance and given rise to a number of key areas of interest in the clinical setting.
Surinder M. Soond +3 more
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Hen eggs are widely used, not only for human consumption, but also as an important material in food production and in pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry.
Patryk Kupaj +3 more
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Fetuin-A – Alpha2-Heremans-Schmid Glycoprotein: From Structure to a Novel Marker of Chronic Diseases Part 1. Fetuin-A as a Calcium Chaperone and Inflammatory Marker [PDF]
Fetuin-A is a major plasma glycoprotein released mainly by the liver. Its functions include inhibition of the activity of insulin receptor, regulation of response to inflammation, inhibition of calcified matrix metabolism and ectopic mineralization, etc.
Regina Komsa-Penkova +5 more
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Glomerular Filtration Rate Estimation Based on Cystatin C Formulas among Neonates [PDF]
Background: Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is the best indicator to assess renal function; however, it is difficult to perform it, especially in neonates.
Nasrin Khalesi +7 more
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Prognostic importance of emerging cardiac, inflammatory, and renal biomarkers in chronic heart failure patients with reduced ejection fraction and anaemia: RED-HF study [PDF]
Aims: To test the prognostic value of emerging biomarkers in the Reduction of Events by Darbepoetin Alfa in Heart Failure (RED-HF) trial. Methods and results: Circulating cardiac [N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP), and high ...
Alehagen +34 more
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The use of parasites or their products for treating chronic inflammation associated diseases (CIADs) has generated significant attention recently. Findings from basic and clinical research have provided valuable information on strengthening the notion ...
Vishal Khatri +2 more
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Association of Tirzepatide With Kidney Parameters in Participants With Obesity and Prediabetes From SURMOUNT-1 Over 176 Weeks. [PDF]
Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, Volume 28, Issue 5, Page 4400-4404, May 2026.
Heerspink HJL +11 more
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Serum Cystatin C for the diagnosis of acute Kidney Injury in Patients Admitted in the Emergency Department [PDF]
BACKGROUND: Early diagnosis of acute kidney injury (AKI) at emergency department (ED) is a challenging issue. Current diagnostic criteria for AKI poorly recognize early renal dysfunction and may cause delayed diagnosis.
Bongiovanni, Cristina +7 more
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