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Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) and metabolic syndrome components among young adult females

Endocrinology
Author
Hasan H et al.
Used Parameters : BMI, FFM, PBF

Publication Year : 2017

Country : UAE

Journal : Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome

Aims Occurrence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is rising steadily, with subsequent increase in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Recent studies have shown that PCSK9 plays a substantial role in atherogenic dyslipidemia. Hence, the aim of this study was to assess level of PCSK9 and its relationship with MetS components among young adult females. Methods This study was carried out on 137 adult females over 18 years of age residing in the UAE. Subjects were …
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