Levels of soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase one in first trimester and outcomes of pregnancy: a systematic review

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Angiogenic factors are involved in formation of new blood vessels required for placental development and function; and critical for fetal growth and development. Soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase 1(sFlt-1) is an anti-angiogenic protein that inhibits formation of n...

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Main Authors: Hadfield Ruth, Roberts Christine L, Nassar Natasha, Jacobs Marni, Morris Jonathan M, Ashton Anthony W
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-06-01
Series:Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology
Online Access:http://www.rbej.com/content/9/1/77