Corticotropin-releasing hormone, its binding protein and receptors in human cervical tissue at preterm and term labor in comparison to non-pregnant state

Corticotropin-releasing hormone, its binding protein and receptors in human cervical tissue at preterm and term labor in comparison to non-pregnant state

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Preterm birth is still the leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. The level of corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) is known to be significantly elevated in the maternal plasma at preterm birth. Although, CRH, CRH-bindin...

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Main Authors: Byström Birgitta, Stjernholm-Vladic Ylva, Abelin-Tornblöm Susanne, Bertucci Emma, Calciolari Jacopo, Klimaviciute Aurelija, Petraglia Felice, Ekman-Ordeberg Gunvor
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-05-01
Series:Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology
Online Access:http://www.rbej.com/content/4/1/29

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