Animal models of C-reactive protein

Mediators Inflamm. 2014:2014:683598. doi: 10.1155/2014/683598. Epub 2014 Apr 24.

Abstract

As the main theme of this special issue, CRP not only is an inflammatory marker but also has diverse biological functions associated with different diseases. To investigate CRP's physiologies and their relationship with human pathological significance, it is essential to use appropriate animal models for translational research. The most popular models for the study of CRP are transgenic mice. However, researchers should be careful when extrapolating the findings derived from these animal models. This review will discuss the current concerns on CRP transgenic mice and rabbits.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biomarkers / metabolism*
  • C-Reactive Protein / genetics
  • C-Reactive Protein / metabolism*
  • Humans
  • Mice
  • Mice, Transgenic
  • Models, Animal
  • Rabbits

Substances

  • Biomarkers
  • C-Reactive Protein