Immunoreactive trypsinogen
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immunoreactive-trypsinogen-278-1685055
title:
Immunoreactive trypsinogen
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Measurement of immunoreactive trypsinogen (IRT) in blood of newborn babies is an assay in rapidly increasing use as a screening test for cystic fibrosis (CF). In CF, there is poor release from pancreatic ducts. Trypsinogen is a pancreatic enzyme precursor found in the blood that is elevated in most of those with CF at birth, regardless of whether their mutation is pancreatic sufficient or insufficient. The concentration of IRT is elevated in babies with CF since pancreatic ducts are partially bl
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Substance measured in newborn screening tests for cystic fibrosis
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immunoreactive_trypsinogen
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2024-03-28T13:23:54Z
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