Sestrin-1 Biomarker Signals Hidden CV Risk in Lupus
Reduced serum Sestrin-1 is associated with subclinical cardiovascular disease in lupus. Systemic lupus erythematosus carries increased cardiovascular morbidity even without overt clinical disease.

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Reduced serum Sestrin-1 is associated with subclinical cardiovascular disease in lupus. Systemic lupus erythematosus carries increased cardiovascular morbidity even without overt clinical disease.
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