Serum kisspeptin as a promising biomarker for PCOS: a mini review of current evidence and future prospects.
Clin Diabetes Endocrinol
; 10(1): 27, 2024 Sep 30.
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ABSTRACT
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age, characterised by its multifactorial nature and intricate interplay of genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors. As the search for reliable biomarkers intensifies, serum kisspeptin emerges as a promising candidate due to its central role in regulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis. This review aims to consolidate the evolving understanding of kisspeptin as a potential PCOS biomarker, comprehensively exploring its physiological basis, diagnostic challenges in PCOS, and clinical implications. Diagnostic challenges in PCOS are addressed, underscoring the limitations of current criteria and the need for objective and standardised biomarkers. Kisspeptin's introduction as a potential biomarker brings forth both promises and challenges in terms of its diagnostic utility. The review recognises the importance of standardisation in research methodologies and emphasises the exploration of genetic polymorphisms to enhance kisspeptin's robustness as a diagnostic tool.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
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En
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Clin Diabetes Endocrinol
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
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Nigéria
País de publicação:
Reino Unido