Decreased tryptophan catabolism by placental indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase in preeclampsia.
OBJECTIVE: Tryptophan degradation and depletion resulting from activation of indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase is characteristic of inflammatory reactions and may control their intensity. Normal third-trimester pregnancy is characterized by a maternal systemic inflammatory response, which is more intense...
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| Formato: | Journal article |
| Idioma: | English |
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2003
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