C-peptide potential proxy marker for diagnosing CVDs in resource-poor settings
Written By : Aditi
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2023-09-06 00:30 GMT | Update On 2023-09-06 04:55 GMT
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C-peptide has a strong association with cardiovascular risk factors. A recent study found higher C-peptide levels in patients with a history of cardiovascular diseases.
This study is published in Health Science Reports entitled Blood C-peptide concentration as a proxy marker of cardiovascular disease: An observational cross-sectional study.
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are among the leading causes of disability and early death in sub-Saharan Africa. Most current blood tests for CVD diagnosis involve performing about three test profiles, often at additional cost to patients. C-peptide, a cleavage product of proinsulin, is a promising marker that has the potential to serve as a proxy marker for diagnosing CVDs in resource-poor settings.
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