Normal values in the adult Zambian V. plasma alpha-2 macroglobulin.
Date
1976-08
Authors
Simukoko, R. B.
Kibukamusoke, J. W.
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Publisher
University of Zambia, Medical Library
Abstract
Human plasma alpha-2 macroglobulin has been shown to be a major inhibitor of several plasma factors: Kallikrein (Harpel,1970), thrombin (Lanchantin et al,1966) and plasmin (Schultze et al,1963; Ganrot,1967). It is also said to be an inhibitor of trypsin (Karlson,1969). A study on the normal concentration of alpha-2 macroglobulin in the adult Zambian is presented. The values are time-related but fall within the normal range for Europeans and North Americans. An important difference in concentration between males and females is recorded.
Description
Human plasma alpha-2 macroglobulin
Keywords
alpha 2-Macroglobulin , alpha 2-Glucoprotein , Plasma , Blood Plasma
Citation
Kibukamusoke, J.W. and Simukoko, R.B.(1976).Normal values in the adult Zambian.V. plasma alpha-2 macroglobulin. Medical Journal of Zambia. 10 (4)