Search for dissertations about: "15-lipoxygenase-2"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the word 15-lipoxygenase-2.

2. 1. Effects of hypoxia on macrophage function in atherosclerosis

   Author : Ellen Knutsen Rydberg; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : atherosclerosis; hypoxia; macrophage; IL-8; oxidized LDL; oxysterols; 15-lipoxygenase-2;

   Abstract : Atherosclerosis is a complex disease, which affects large and medium sized arteries and is characterized by an arterial wall thickening. A constant supply of oxygen is needed to maintain cell functions in the atherosclerotic plaque. The oxygen distribution to the cells in the arterial wall depends on diffusion. READ MORE