Quantitative PCR and disaccharide profiling to characterize the animal origin of low-molecular-weight heparins.

Low-molecular-weight heparins (LMWHs) are widely used in the management of thrombosis and acute coronary syndromes. They are obtained by the enzymatic or chemical depolymerization of porcine intestinal heparin. Enoxaparin sodium, a widely used LMWH, has a unique and reproducible oligosaccharide profile which is determined by the origin of the starting material and a tightly controlled manufacturing process.

[A phonomecanographic test of hyperthyroidism].

Systolic intervals may be studied by phonomechanography. This provides data regarding the function of the left ventricle. In the absence of any problem of intraventricular conduction or valvular lesion, such information is particularly valuable.