Modulation of the endocannabinoid system in viable and non-viable first trimester pregnancies by pregnancy-related hormones

Modulation of the endocannabinoid system in viable and non-viable first trimester pregnancies by pregnancy-related hormones

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In early pregnancy, increased plasma levels of the endocannabinoid anandamide (AEA) are associated with miscarriage through mechanisms that might affect the developing placenta or maternal decidua.</p> <p>Methods</p>...

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Main Authors: Taylor Anthony H, Finney Mark, Lam Patricia MW, Konje Justin C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-11-01
Series:Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology
Subjects:
Anandamide
cannabinoid receptor
endocannabinoid
miscarriage
PAPP-A
progesterone
β-hCG
Online Access:http://www.rbej.com/content/9/1/152

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