Allograft inflammatory factor-1 (AIF-1) is a multifunctional, calcium-binding protein predominantly expressed in immune cells such as macrophages, monocytes and lymphocytes. Its structure, ...

SIRI is a novel inflammatory marker significantly associated with increased COPD risk, outperforming other markers in predictive value. The study used NHANES data and multifactorial logistic ...

Inflammation has become somewhat of a wellness buzzword in recent years. It's often used as a scapegoat for a myriad of vague health problems: fatigue, bloating, acne, weight gain, brain fog. The list ...

Uveitis results from imbalance between inflammatory mechanisms and regulatory mechanisms. Several immune cells are involved in this process. The balance between T helper 17 (Th17) cells and regulatory ...

Novel inflammatory markers like SII, NLR, and SIRI may predict OAB prevalence and risk, highlighting systemic inflammation's role in OAB pathophysiology. A study of 19,194 participants found ...

C-reactive protein (CRP) is produced by the liver in response to inflammation. High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) testing detects low-grade, chronic inflammation and is the most validated blood test for ...

For the first time, scientists have unraveled just how high levels of fructose affect the body, flipping a genetic switch as it's broken down – one that primes your immune system to overreact to ...

Understanding the type of arthritis, its causes, and management options is the first step toward living well with the condition.

Obstructive sleep apnea promotes whole-body inflammation and weakens the body's immune system. Read about related pathways and health consequences.

Inflammation of bones is a characteristic of disorders like apical periodontitis. Researchers have found that copper-mediated cell death is an important factor. Copper overload suppresses the ...