ISSN:
1741-0444
Keywords:
Alanine
;
Liver cirrhosis
;
Mathematical model
;
Urea
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Chemistry and Pharmacology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A three-compartment model was used to analyse the urea response to an alanine infusion in control subjects and patients with liver cirrhosis. Discriminant analysis showed a good separation between model coefficients of the two groups. A single parameter was derived, able to quantify the liver functional capacity. The method provides a useful diagnostic tool in patients with liver disease.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF02446150
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