Homocystein - ein neuer vaskulärer Risikofaktor

Abstract: Homocysteine is an amino acid, which is originated in human metabolism mainly from methionine. Because it is a toxic substance, homocysteine normally is metabolised quickly. A high serum level of homocysteine is suspected to cause thrombosis and to accelerate the process of arteriosclerosis. Here the most important basic informations known now are represented shortly. Biochemical, epidemiological, clinical, diagnostical and therapeutical aspects are regarded.

Keyword(s): Arteriosklerose

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