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New Approach Speeds Blood Stem Cell Collection
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Use of AMD3100, an antagonist of CXCR4, allows rapid mobilization of functional donor hematopoietic cells without the need for granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF), researchers report in the August 15th issue of Blood. Reuters Health Information
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MicroRNA Signatures Linked With AML Prognosis, Cytogenetics
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The expression of microRNAs in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is closely associated with disease prognosis and cytogenetics, according to a study by American and Italian researchers published online in the January 10th issue of Blood. The study also found that a small subset of microRNAs (miRNAs) correlates with AML survival. Reuters Health Information
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CRP Levels Predict Death in Patients With Chronic Heart Disease
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Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) levels at baseline and at 2-year follow-up are associated with an increased risk of MI and death in patients with chronic coronary heart disease, Israeli researchers report. Treatment with bezafibrate did not reduce CRP levels in this patient population. Reuters Health Information
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