Low alanine aminotransferase as a risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in males
Abstract Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels reflect skeletal muscle volume and general performance, which are associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) development and prognosis. This study aimed to investigate ALT levels as a risk factor for COPD development. This 13-year popu...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2021-07-01
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Series: | Scientific Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-94385-0 |