Role of Neopterin, C-Reactive Protein and Myeloperoxidase in Patients Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Numerous studies have recently examined the role of pentraxin 3 (PTX3) in clinical situations. The pentraxin family includes C-reactive protein (CRP); however, unlike CRP, PTX3 is expressed predominantly in atherosclerotic lesions that involve macrophages, neutrophils, dendritic cells, or smooth muscle cells. Interestingly, PTX3 gene expression in human endothelial cells is suppressed to a greater extent by pitavastatin than the expression of 6,000 other human genes that have been examined, suggesting that PTX3 may be a novel biomarker for inflammatory cardiovascular disease. The expression and involvement of PTX3 in cardiovascular diseases are discussed in this paper, along with the characteristics of PTX3 that make it a suitable biomarker; namely, that the physiological concentration is known and it is independent of other risk factors. The results discussed in this paper suggest that further investigations into the potential novel use of PTX3 as a biomarker for inflammatory cardiovascular disease should be undertaken.

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Binding of C-reactive protein to chromatin and nucleosome core particles. A possible physiological role of C-reactive protein.

Journal of Biological Chemistry ◽

10.1016/s0021-9258(17)39873-3 ◽

1984 ◽

Vol 259 (11) ◽

pp. 7311-7316 ◽

Cited By ~ 13

Author(s):

F A Robey ◽

K D Jones ◽

T Tanaka ◽

T Y Liu

Keyword(s):

Physiological Role ◽

C Reactive Protein ◽

Nucleosome Core ◽

Reactive Protein ◽

Nucleosome Core Particles ◽

Core Particles

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Mediterranean Diet for the Prevention of Gestational Diabetes in the Covid-19 Era: Implications of Il-6 In Diabesity

International Journal of Molecular Sciences ◽

10.3390/ijms22031213 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (3) ◽

pp. 1213

Author(s):

Anna Lucia Fedullo ◽

Antonio Schiattarella ◽

Maddalena Morlando ◽

Anna Raguzzini ◽

Elisabetta Toti ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Gestational Diabetes ◽

Mediterranean Diet ◽

Viral Infections ◽

High Body Mass Index ◽

Omega 3 ◽

C Reactive Protein ◽

Reactive Protein ◽

Gestational Weight ◽

Poor Outcomes

The aim of this review is to highlight the influence of the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Gestational Weight Gain (GWG) during the COVID-19 pandemic era and the specific role of interleukin (IL)-6 in diabesity. It is known that diabetes, high body mass index, high glycated hemoglobin and raised serum IL-6 levels are predictive of poor outcomes in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The immunopathological mechanisms of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection include rising levels of several cytokines and in particular IL-6. The latter is associated with hyperglycemia and insulin resistance and could be useful for predicting the development of GDM. Rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, MedDiet improves the immune system and could modulate IL-6, C reactive protein and Nuclear Factor (NF)-κB. Moreover, polyphenols could modulate microbiota composition, inhibit the NF-κB pathway, lower IL-6, and upregulate antioxidant enzymes. Finally, adhering to the MedDiet prior to and during pregnancy could have a protective effect, reducing GWG and the risk of GDM, as well as improving the immune response to viral infections such as COVID-19.

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Role of C-reactive protein in effective utilization of emergent MRI for spinal infections

Emergency Radiology ◽

10.1007/s10140-020-01892-0 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Aamir Ali ◽

Komal Manzoor ◽

Yu-Ming Chang ◽

Pritesh J. Mehta ◽

Alexander Brook ◽

...

Keyword(s):

C Reactive Protein ◽

Effective Utilization ◽

Reactive Protein ◽

Spinal Infections

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Diagnostic Value of C-Reactive Protein in Discrimination between Uncomplicated and Complicated Parapneumonic Effusion

Diagnostics ◽

10.3390/diagnostics10100829 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (10) ◽

pp. 829

Author(s):

Yana Kogan ◽

Edmond Sabo ◽

Majed Odeh

Keyword(s):

Area Under The Curve ◽

Diagnostic Value ◽

Parapneumonic Effusion ◽

C Reactive Protein ◽

Diagnostic Efficacy ◽

Reactive Protein ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Study Population ◽

Complicated Parapneumonic Effusion

Objectives: The role of serum C-reactive protein (CRPs) and pleural fluid CRP (CRPpf) in discriminating uncomplicated parapneumonic effusion (UCPPE) from complicated parapneumonic effusion (CPPE) is yet to be validated since most of the previous studies were on small cohorts and with variable results. The role of CRPs and CRPpf gradient (CRPg) and of their ratio (CRPr) in this discrimination has not been previously reported. The study aims to assess the diagnostic efficacy of CRPs, CRPpf, CRPr, and CRPg in discriminating UCPPE from CPPE in a relatively large cohort. Methods: The study population included 146 patients with PPE, 86 with UCPPE and 60 with CPPE. Levels of CRPs and CRPpf were measured, and the CRPg and CRPr were calculated. The values are presented as mean ± SD. Results: Mean levels of CRPs, CRPpf, CRPg, and CRPr of the UCPPE group were 145.3 ± 67.6 mg/L, 58.5 ± 38.5 mg/L, 86.8 ± 37.3 mg/L, and 0.39 ± 0.11, respectively, and for the CPPE group were 302.2 ± 75.6 mg/L, 112 ± 65 mg/L, 188.3 ± 62.3 mg/L, and 0.36 ± 0.19, respectively. Levels of CRPs, CRPpf, and CRPg were significantly higher in the CPPE than in the UCPPE group (p < 0.0001). No significant difference was found between the two groups for levels of CRPr (p = 0.26). The best cut-off value calculated by the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis for discriminating UCPPE from CPPE was for CRPs, 211.5 mg/L with area under the curve (AUC) = 94% and p < 0.0001, for CRPpf, 90.5 mg/L with AUC = 76.3% and p < 0.0001, and for CRPg, 142 mg/L with AUC = 91% and p < 0.0001. Conclusions: CRPs, CRPpf, and CRPg are strong markers for discrimination between UCPPE and CPPE, while CRPr has no role in this discrimination.

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