Uncarboxylated Matrix Gla-Protein: A Biomarker of Vitamin K Status and Cardiovascular Risk.

CONCLUSION: Plasma dp-ucMGP levels were positively associated with obesity, BP, ePWV, and history of cardiovascular disease. These findings support that dp-ucMGP is a biomarker of cardiovascular risk, and that vitamin K status could play a role in vascular calcification. The strong association with obesity deserves further attention.
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Source: Clinical Biochemistry - May 14, 2020 Category: Biochemistry Authors: T J, Lt M, Bh T, T S, P R, U T, Nr J, Bl C, J J, M FM, A L Tags: Clin Biochem Source Type: research