Is variation in the sodium-dependent vitamin C transporter 2 gene associated with risk of acute coronary syndrome among women?
Genetic variation in the sodium-dependent vitamin C transporter 2 is associated with risk of incident acute coronary syndrome in women. The genotype effects may not be fully compensated by a higher intake of vitamin C rich food.
Plasma CD40L, CXCL5, CCL5 and EGF are mainly platelet-derived, suggesting a role of platelets in immune responses and inflammation. Measurement of CD40L, CXCL5, CCL5 and EGF in human blood allowed testable inferences concerning physiology and pathophysiology in quantitative platelet disorders.