Biomarkers for Diabetic Retinopathy - Could Endothelin 2 Be Part of the Answer?
The endothelins are a family of three highly conserved and homologous vasoactive peptides that are expressed across all organ systems. Endothelin (Edn) dysregulation has been implicated in a number of pathophysiologies, including diabetes and diabetes-related complications. Here we examined Edn2 and...
Main Authors: | Nicolette Binz, Elizabeth P Rakoczy, Ireni S Ali Rahman, Nermina N Vagaja, Chooi-May Lai |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2016-01-01
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Series: | PLoS ONE |
Online Access: | http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4970817?pdf=render |
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