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Advances in Clinical Chemistry
1st Edition - April 4, 2014
Editor: Gregory S. Makowski
Hardback ISBN:9780128002636
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eBook ISBN:9780128003046
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Volume 64 in the internationally acclaimed Advances in Clinical Chemistry contains chapters authored by world renowned clinical laboratory scientists, physicians and research scientists. The serial provides the latest and most up-to-date technologies related to the field of Clinical Chemistry and is the benchmark for novel analytical approaches in the clinical laboratory.
Expertise of international contributors
Latest cutting-edge technologies
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Clinical Laboratory Professionals, Physicians and Research Scientists
Preface
Chapter One: Matrix Metalloproteinases in Coronary Artery Disease
Abstract
Acknowledgments
1 Introduction
2 Classification, Structure, and Function of MMP
3 Regulation of MMP
4 MMP in Cardiovascular System Development
5 MMP in Coronary Artery Disease
6 Genetics of Matrix Metalloproteinases
7 Matrix Metalloproteinases and Therapeutic Aspects
8 Prognostic Value of ECM Biomarkers
9 Conclusion
Chapter Two: Heat Shock Proteins and Cardiovascular Disease
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Atherogenesis and HSP
3 Therapeutic Implications
4 HSPs as Predictors of CVD
5 Immunization and Vaccination with HSP
6 Effects of Therapeutic Interventions on HSP
7 Conclusion
Chapter Three: Apolipoprotein B-48: A Unique Marker of Chylomicron Metabolism
Abstract
Acknowledgment
1 Introduction
2 Discovery of apoB48
3 ApoB48 and mRNA Editing; Stop Codon and Translational Termination of Intestinal apoB mRNA
4 ApoB-48, MTP, and apoA-IV in CM Formation
5 Metabolism of apoB-48 Containing CM, apoB-100 Containing VLDL, and Their Remnants in Plasma
6 Biochemistry of CM and VLDL Remnants
7 ApoB-48 Receptor
8 Kinetics of apoB-48 Containing Lipoproteins
9 Daily Rhythm of Plasma TG, apoB-48, and Remnant Lipoproteins and Their Changes After Fat Load
10 Analytical Approach to apoB48
11 Plasma apoB48 Containing Particles as a Risk Marker for Cardiovascular Diseases
Chapter Four: Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin in Cancer
Abstract
1 Structure and Biology of Human Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin
2 Review of Epidemiological Evidence
3 Review of Biological Evidence
4 Conclusions
Chapter Five: Autoantibodies in Breast Cancer
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Improved Screening Mammography with an Antibody-Based Classifier
3 Value of an Accurate Autoantibody-Based Breast Cancer (BC) Screening Test
4 BC-Associated Autoantibodies and Diagnostic Panels
5 Validation of Diagnostic Antibody-Based Classifiers
6 Autoantibodies in Premalignancy
7 Breast Cancer Autoantibodies: Biological Significance or Epiphenomena?
8 Conclusion
Chapter Six: Mammaglobin A: Review and Clinical Utility
Abstract
Acknowledgments
1 Mammaglobin A: Gene and Protein Structure
2 Expression of Mamaglobin A in Healthy Tissue and Primary Tumors
3 Cancer and Metastasis
4 Breast Cancer
5 Dissemination Sites and Material Source for Cancer Cell Detection
6 Methods for CTC Analysis
7 Clinical Relevance of CTC Detection
8 Markers Used for Molecular Detection of CTC
9 Mammaglobin A and Breast Cancer
10 Detection of Micrometastasis
11 Mammaglobin A Detection: Clinical Value
12 Mammaglobin A as a Target for Cancer Therapy
13 Conclusion
Chapter Seven: 1,5-Anhydroglucitol and Glycated Albumin in Glycemia
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c)
3 1,5-Anhydroglucitol
4 Fructosamine and Glycated Albumin
5 Usefulness and Problems of Various Indices in Various Clinical States
6 Conclusions
Index
No. of pages: 322
Language: English
Published: April 4, 2014
Imprint: Academic Press
Hardback ISBN: 9780128002636
eBook ISBN: 9780128003046
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Gregory S. Makowski
Dr Gregory S Makowski is a board certified clinical chemist and fellow of the National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry. Following receipt of his PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Connecticut Storrs, he pursued post-doctoral studies at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington that culminated in his joint appointments in the School of Medicine and the Department of Laboratory Medicine at John Dempsey Hospital. He has numerous clinical and basic science publications and serves on various scientific and editorial boards. He is actively engaged in the training of Pathology residents and fellows in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Hartford Hospital. He currently serves as Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer for Clinical Laboratory Partners in Newington CT, USA.
Affiliations and expertise
Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer, Clinical Laboratory Partners, Newington, CT, USA