SMJ articles in the category "neopterin"

Original Article

The Value of Neopterin and Procalcitonin in Patients with Sepsis

Objective: Neopterin (NT) is a compound of low molecule-based pteridine. It is secreted by macrophages as a response to the stimulation of cytokines such as interferon-γ, interferon-1β, tumor necrosis factor α or bacteria compounds such as lipopolysaccharides. Procalcitonin (PCT) levels may increase in the course of bacterial, parasitic, and fungal…

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Original Article

Comparison of Neopterin Levels in Patients with Coronary Artery Ectasia Versus Patients with Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease

Objectives: Inflammation has been reported as an important component of vascular aneurysm formation, as found in obstructive vascular disorder. Neopterin is produced by activated macrophages and is thought to represent a marker of immune activation and macrophage activity. The plasma neopterin levels were investigated in coronary artery ectasia (CAE) patients…

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