Vol. 30 (6) 2009 Neuro endocrinology letters

Maternal plasma cytokines concentrations and insulin resistance in first trimester in relation to fetal growth.

OBJECTIVE: Fetal growth is determined by genetic factors and placental supply. There is evidence that insulin might contribute to the up-regulation of placental transporter activity. The dysregulation of adiponectin and leptin is found in insulin resistance. The objective of this study was to evaluate the relation of maternal plasma cyt.....