Homocysteine and C-Reactive Protein as Useful Surrogate Markers for Evaluating CKD Risk in Adults

Background/Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of homocysteine and C-reactive protein (CRP) as potential markers for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in adults in Taiwan, and to identify associations between these factors and CKD, stratifying by gender. Methods: This cross-sectional stu...

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Main Authors: Chung-Hsun Chuang, Yi-Yen Lee, Bor-Fuh Sheu, Cheng-Ting Hsiao, Song-Seng Loke, Jih-Chang Chen, Wen-Cheng Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karger Publishers 2013-10-01
Series:Kidney & Blood Pressure Research
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Online Access:http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/355722