Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is an autoimmune disease of the CNS that is characterized by
inflammatory demyelinating lesions in the spinal cord and optic nerve, potentially leading to …

Introduction: Amniotic fluid, once thought to merely provide protection and room for
necessary movement and growth for the fetus, is now understood to be a highly complex …

Objectives We aimed to evaluate maternal serum aquaporin‐9 (AQP9) concentrations in
patients with early‐onset preeclampsia and compare them with the uncomplicated control …

Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is an inflammatory demyelinating disease of the CNS and
affects women of childbearing age. Most patients with NMO have circulating Abs, termed …

Arsenic has wide-ranging effects on human health and there is evidence that it alters the
immune response by influencing CD4+/CD8+ T cell ratios, IL-2 cytokine levels, and the …

The purpose of this study was to perform a comprehensive analysis of gene expression
profiles in placentas from preeclamptic pregnancies versus normal placentas. Placental …

Background Epidemiologic studies and animal models suggest that in utero arsenic
exposure affects fetal health, with a negative association between maternal arsenic …

838 Aquaporins in the female reproductive system of mammals Cui Zhu1,2, Zongyong Jiang1,
Fuller W. Bazer2, Gregory A. Johnson3, Page 1 [Frontiers in Bioscience, Landmark, 20 …

Background Placenta-derived proteins in the systemic maternal circulation are suggested as
potential biomarkers for placental function. However, the identity and longitudinal patterns of …

Objective This study aimed to detect aquaporin-9 (AQP9) concentrations in the serum of
patients with preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) and compare them with the …