I Lewis-Jones — Endo Lab

observational 2008

Follicular fluid expression of alpha-defensins and their role in ovulation

Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics ·doi:10.1007/s10815-007-9197-7

INTRODUCTION: Defensins are cytotoxic peptides and have a well-defined role in host defense. Human alpha defensins 1-3 (HNP1-3) are primarily produced by peripheral neutrophils and constitute about 50% of the azurphil granule protein. Studi…

other 2007

The expression of human alpha and beta defensin in the endometrium and their effect on implantation

Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics ·doi:10.1007/s10815-007-9173-2

BACKGROUND: Alpha and beta defensins have been isolated from various human tissues and form an important part of the innate immune system. Their role in implantation of the embryo has not yet been studied. This study was designed to detect …

observational 2001

Concentration of interleukin-12 in the peritoneal fluid is not influenced by the presence of endometriosis, its stage or the phase of the menstrual cycle

Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica ·doi:10.1034/j.1600-0412.2001.080002175.x

BACKGROUND: IL-12 is a key immunomodulatory cytokine. Its presence or concentration in peritoneal fluid is not related to the presence of endometriosis or the stage of the disease. A study was carried out to gain insight into the role of IL…