Paraoxonase-1 is related to inflammation, fibrosis and PPAR delta in experimental liver disease

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Paraoxonase-1 (PON1) is an antioxidant enzyme synthesized by the liver. It protects against liver impairment and attenuates the production of the pro-inflammatory monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1). We investigated the relati...

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Main Authors: Mackness Michael, Mackness Bharti, Rull Anna, Beltran Raul, Ferré Natàlia, Camps Jordi, Marsillach Judit, Joven Jorge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-01-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-230X/9/3