Serum Leptin Levels in Pemphigus: A Case Control Study
Background. Pemphigus is an autoimmune blistering disease mediated by autoantibodies directed against keratinocyte adhesion molecules. Leptin, an adipocyte-derived hormone, plays a role in immune responses and promotes autoimmunity. Objectives. This study was conducted to determine whether serum lep...
Main Authors: | Nikoo Mozafari, Reza M. Robati, Shima Younespour |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2014-01-01
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Series: | BioMed Research International |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/853705 |
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