MicroRNAs in cardiovascular disease

Abstract

Rapid and accurate diagnosis of heart attacks - and the assessment of damage - are critical for improving coronary care. Mature microRNAs (miRNAs) are abundant, easily measured, and relatively stable in blood plasma. If they prove indicative of disease states, miRNAs measured from peripheral blood may be a particularly attractive source for routine clinical assessments. © 2011 Faculty of 1000 Ltd.