Arginine Dimethylation Products in Pediatric Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease

Conclusion Disturbed serum levels of arginine and its dimethyl derivatives may underlie development and/or progression of CKD. Elevated serum SDMA level is strongly correlated with impaired kidney functions and could be considered as a predictor for kidney functions deterioration and CKD progression.
Source: Annals of Medicine and Surgery - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research