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Albumin redox status in the context of kidney transplantation - an observational, pilot study.

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This small observational study measured a marker of oxidative stress called albumin redox status before and after kidney transplantation in 12 people. It found that albumin oxidation improved after the transplant, suggesting better overall health and less inflammation. Because it is observational and very small, it shows a link—not proof—that the transplant caused the change.

Who did this work

Berntsen LM · Paar M · Waterstradt K · Schnurr K · Klinkmann G · Mitzner S · Oettl K · Kribben A · Boss K

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD severity and reversal · 2026 Aug 28
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42665799/