What do you get when you cross an Alpha-1 MZ gene carrier/hypertensive momma with a developing baby who has ZZ Alpha-1?
ANSWER: SEVERE PREECLAMPSIA
Some amazing research is going on at Yale by Dr. Irina Buhimschi. She has identified that misfolded Alpha-1 protein shows up in the urine of preeclampsia-bound expectant mothers.
I've found 2 articles so far:
Key To Pre-eclampsia May Be Found In Misfolded Proteins In Urine http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/01/090130182911.htm
Preeclampsia May Stem From Malformed Proteins
Yale researchers say discovery could lead to earlier diagnosis, treatment http://www.healthday.com/Article.asp?AID=623632
3 comments:
Am I wrong to assume that this might mean some positive things for me on the possible PE front.... if I ever decide to have a baby? I know we still have the weak "M", but I'm an MM!
Wow, definetly amazing! I read what you posted on the pe board.
This is very exciting! I'll hope for the best!!!
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