Significance of Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin as a Biomarker for the Diagnosis of Diabetic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background: Neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) is a promising marker for the diagnosis of diabetic kidney disease (DKD), but its utility is currently debated. This meta-analysis aims to evaluate the diagnostic value of NGAL for DKD. Method: MEDLINE, Embase, ­Cochrane Library, CNKI, an...

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Main Authors: Peng He, Ming Bai, Jin-ping Hu, Chen Dong, Shiren Sun, Chen Huang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karger Publishers 2020-07-01
Series:Kidney & Blood Pressure Research
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Online Access:https://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/507858