Glucose tolerance and mobilization of neutrophils in smokers with and without chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Conclusions: Systemic and local signs of neutrophil mobilization are associated with altered glucose tolerance in smokers with COPD.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Pournaras, N., Andersson, A., Kovach, M., Ganguly, K., Padra, M., Asgeirsdottir, H., Che, K., Levänen, B., Linden, S., Jansson, P.-A., Qvarfordt, I., Linden, A. Tags: Monitoring airway disease Source Type: research
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