Macrophage migration inhibitory factor gene polymorphisms (SNP -173 G>C and STR-794 CATT5-8) confer risk of plaque psoriasis: A case-control study.
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DOI: 10.1002/jcla.23999
Abstract: BACKGROUND Macrophage inhibitory factor (MIF) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine secreted by several cells, including those in the immune system and the skin. The MIF gene contains the SNP -173 G> C and STR -794 CATT5-8… read more here.
Keywords: snp 173; risk; inhibitory factor; mif ... See more keywords
Evaluation of the relationship between macrophage migration inhibitory factor level and clinical course in patients with COVID‐19 pneumonia
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DOI: 10.1002/jmv.27189
Abstract: The COVID‐19 pandemic, which has ravaged our world for more than a year, still shapes our agenda with a scale of intensity that fluctuates over time. In our study, we aimed to determine the correlation… read more here.
Keywords: migration inhibitory; mif level; inhibitory factor; level ... See more keywords
Macrophage migration inhibitory factor regulates specific innate immune sensor responses in gingival epithelial cells.
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DOI: 10.1002/jper.21-0598
Abstract: BACKGROUND The gingival epithelium protects periodontal tissues and the alveolar bone by maintaining a steady state of regulated inflammatory surveillance, also known as healthy homeostasis. Accordingly, the repertoire of receptors present within the gingival epithelium… read more here.
Keywords: migration inhibitory; inhibitory factor; macrophage migration; mif ... See more keywords
The regulation of protein kinase casein kinase II by apigenin is involved in the inhibition of ultraviolet B‐induced macrophage migration inhibitory factor‐mediated hyperpigmentation
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DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6597
Abstract: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation elicits melanogenesis and pigmentation in the skin. Apigenin (4′,5,7‐trihydroxyflavone [AGN]) is a plant flavone contained in various herbs, fruits, and vegetables. We herein investigated antimelanogenic properties of AGN and the molecular mechanisms… read more here.
Keywords: macrophage migration; inhibitory factor; hyperpigmentation; migration inhibitory ... See more keywords
Expression profile of macrophage migration inhibitory factor in periodontitis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2020.105003
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a pivotal mediator of host innate immunity and influences the development of several inflammatory diseases. The role of MIF in periodontitis is unclear. METHODS Eighteen periodontally healthy volunteers… read more here.
Keywords: macrophage migration; inhibitory factor; tissue; migration inhibitory ... See more keywords
Efficacy of leukemia inhibitory factor as a therapeutic for permanent large vessel stroke differs among aged male and female rats
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DOI: 10.1016/j.brainres.2018.11.017
Abstract: Preclinical studies using rodent models of stroke have had difficulty in translating their results to human patients. One possible factor behind this inability is the lack of studies utilizing aged rodents of both sexes. Previously,… read more here.
Keywords: inhibitory factor; lif; leukemia inhibitory; factor ... See more keywords
Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is associated with degree of collateralization in patients with totally occluded coronary arteries.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2018.03.094
Abstract: BACKGROUND Collaterals in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) limit myocardial infarction and improve survival. Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) might play a role in collateral development. We aimed this study to evaluate the association… read more here.
Keywords: macrophage migration; inhibitory factor; factor mif; migration inhibitory ... See more keywords
Pathogenic contribution of the Macrophage migration inhibitory factor family to major depressive disorder and emerging tailored therapeutic approaches.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2019.11.127
Abstract: BACKGROUND Immunoinflammatory disorders are often accompanied by depression. Here, we review the available preclinical and clinical studies suggesting a role for the pro-inflammatory cytokine Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) and the second member of the… read more here.
Keywords: macrophage migration; inhibitory factor; major depressive; migration inhibitory ... See more keywords
Expression, purification and characterization of active untagged recombinant human leukemia inhibitory factor from E.coli.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pep.2017.03.020
Abstract: Leukemia inhibitory factor (LIF), a member of the IL-6 cytokine family, is considered to be a pleiotropic cytokine and functions in both cell proliferation and differentiation. It is widely used in the culture of mouse… read more here.
Keywords: recombinant human; inhibitory factor; expression; leukemia inhibitory ... See more keywords
Increased serum levels and promoter polymorphisms of macrophage migration inhibitory factor in schizophrenia
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pnpbp.2018.01.001
Abstract: Background: Numerous studies have suggested that an immune system imbalance plays an important role in schizophrenia. Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a pleiotropic cytokine. It plays multiple roles in various biological processes, including inflammation… read more here.
Keywords: macrophage migration; schizophrenia; inhibitory factor; migration inhibitory ... See more keywords
Redox-dependent structure and dynamics of macrophage migration inhibitory factor reveal sites of latent allostery.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.str.2022.03.007
Abstract: Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a multifunctional immunoregulatory protein that is a key player in the innate immune response. Given its overexpression at sites of inflammation and in diseases marked by increasingly oxidative environments,… read more here.
Keywords: redox dependent; redox; macrophage migration; inhibitory factor ... See more keywords