A systematic review and Bayesian meta-analysis assessing intelectin-1 in cancer patients and healthy individuals
D. Robert Paval,
Thomas G. Di Virgilio,
Richard J. E. Skipworth
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundIntelectin-1 (ITLN1) is an adipokine with multiple physiological functions, including a role in tumour formation and development. Previous research reported variable ITLN1 levels for cancer patients and healthy individuals. This study aimed to compare ITLN1 concentrations between controls and cancer patients and to determine the adipokine’s physiological level.MethodsFive databases were searched in January 2022 for studies that measured the level of ITLN1 in adults that were healthy or diagnosed with… Show more
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