Gene Expression of Leptin and Long Leptin Receptor Isoform in Endometriosis: A Case-Control Study
In this study, leptin/BMI ratio in serum and peritoneal fluid and gene expression of leptin and long form leptin receptor (OB-RL) were assessed in eutopic and ectopic endometria of women with endometriosis and controls. Increased serum leptin/BMI ratio was found in endometriosis patients. Leptin and...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2013-01-01
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| Series: | Obstetrics and Gynecology International |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/879618 |