Plasma metabolites Xanthine, 4-Pyridoxate, and d-glutamic acid as novel potential biomarkers for pulmonary tuberculosis.

CONCLUSION: The results suggested that Xanthine, 4-Pyridoxate, and d-glutamic acid may serve as potential biomarkers for pulmonary TB. The present study provides experimental basis for developing potential biomarkers of pulmonary TB.
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Source: International Journal of Clinical Chemistry - August 19, 2019 Category: Chemistry Authors: Huang H, Shi LY, Wei LL, Han YS, Yi WJ, Pan ZW, Jiang TT, Chen J, Tu HH, Li ZB, Hu YT, Li JC Tags: Clin Chim Acta Source Type: research