Predicting lupus membranous nephritis using reduced picolinic acid to tryptophan ratio as a urinary biomarker

• Main Authors: Krittima Anekthanakul, Siriphan Manocheewa, Kittiphan Chienwichai, Patcha Poungsombat, Suphitcha Limjiasahapong, Kwanjeera Wanichthanarak, Narumol Jariyasopit, Vivek Bhakta Mathema, Chutima Kuhakarn, Vichai Reutrakul, Jutarop Phetcharaburanin, Atikorn Panya, Natthaporn Phonsatta, Wonnop Visessanguan, Yotsawat Pomyen, Yongyut Sirivatanauksorn, Suchin Worawichawong, Nuankanya Sathirapongsasuti, Chagriya Kitiyakara, Sakda Khoomrung
• Other Authors: Chulabhorn Research Institute
• Format: Article
• Published: 2022
• Subjects: Multidisciplinary
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/79283
• Institution: Mahidol University

The current gold standard for classifying lupus nephritis (LN) progression is a renal biopsy, which is an invasive procedure. Undergoing a series of biopsies for monitoring disease progression and treatments is unlikely suitable for patients with LN. Thus, there is an urgent need for non-invasive al...