SPARC (Secreted Protein Acidic And Rich In Cysteine) In Kidney Disease

Sunday, April 26, 2009 - 08:21 in Health & Medicine

Researchers have found that SPARC, a counter-adhesive protein, may contribute to kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease is associated with significant injury and loss of podocytes, which are cells crucial for filtering the blood of toxins.

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