Activin A level is associated with physical function in critically ill patients

Activin A is a potent negative regulator of muscle mass elevated in critical illness. It is unclear whether muscle strength and physical function in critically ill humans are associated with elevated activin A levels.

Source: Australian Critical Care - December 12, 2022 Category: Nursing Authors: Yi Tian Wang, Craig A. Harrison, Elizabeth H. Skinner, Kimberley J. Haines, Clare Holdsworth, Jenna K. Lang, Elizabeth Hibbert, David Scott, Nir Eynon, Ravindranath Tiruvoipati, Craig J. French, Nigel K. Stepto, Samantha Bates, Kelly L. Walton, Tim M. Cro Tags: Research paper Source Type: research