The molecular structure and role of LECT2 or CHM-II in arthritis, cancer, and other diseases.
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DOI: 10.1002/jcp.30593
Abstract: Leukocyte cell-derived chemotaxin-2 (LECT2 or LECT-2), also called chondromodulin II (ChM-II or CHM2) plays a versatile role in various tissues. It was first identified as a chemotactic factor to promote the migration of neutrophils. It… read more here.
Keywords: molecular structure; lect2; role lect2; role ... See more keywords
Adipose tissue LECT2 expression is associated with obesity and insulin resistance in Korean women
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DOI: 10.1002/oby.23445
Abstract: Leukocyte cell‐derived chemotaxin 2 (LECT2) is an obesity‐upregulated hepatokine inducing skeletal muscle insulin resistance. The study's aim was to explore whether LECT2 is expressed in human adipose tissue and whether the expression is dysregulated during… read more here.
Keywords: associated obesity; insulin resistance; adipose tissue; obesity ... See more keywords
Association of leukocyte cell-derived chemotaxin 2 (LECT2) with NAFLD, metabolic syndrome, and atherosclerosis
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0174717
Abstract: Objective Previous studies have shown that leukocyte cell-derived chemotaxin 2 (LECT2), a recently discovered hepatokine, is associated with the inflammatory response and insulin resistance. We examined circulating plasma LECT2 levels in the subjects with non-alcoholic… read more here.
Keywords: leukocyte cell; lect2 levels; cell derived; lect2 ... See more keywords