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CK-MB (Creatine Kinase-MB): Comprehensive Peptide Reference
CK-MB isoenzyme of creatine kinase. Predominantly found in cardiac muscle (~15-25% of total CK in heart). Normal: <5 ng/mL. Rises 4-6h after MI, peaks at 12-...
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Overview
CK-MB isoenzyme of creatine kinase. Predominantly found in cardiac muscle (~15-25% of total CK in heart). Normal: <5 ng/mL. Rises 4-6h after MI, peaks at 12-…an troponin. Useful for reinfarction detection within 48h of initial MI.
Clinical Significance
This molecule has important therapeutic or diagnostic applications in clinical medicine.
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “CK-MB (Creatine Kinase-MB)” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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