Role of syndecan-1 (CD138) in Egyptian systemic lupus erythematosus patients with lupus nephritis: Relation to disease activity

ConclusionSerum syndecan-1 is significantly high in active LN patients and can be a useful tool for diagnosis of active nephritis. It correlates with disease activity, consumed complement and proteinuria. It was significantly related to the presence of musculoskeletal manifestations and serositis.
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research