Metformin attenuates streptozotocin-induced diabetic nephropathy in rats through activation of AMPK signaling pathway
Background: Nephropathy is the main problem of diabetes and can be classified into several phases according to the presence of albuminuria. Adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK) operates as a sensor of energy charge. Objectives: The aim of our study was to evaluate the reno-protect...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Society of Diabetic Nephropathy Prevention
2018-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Nephropathology |
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Online Access: | https://nephropathol.com/PDF/jnp-7-37.pdf |