Smoke exposed guinea pigs have increased pulmonary collagenase levels as analysed by gene expression, immunoreactive protein, and activity. 46 This upregulation of collagenase activity is associated ...

Dr G G Forstner, Division of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada email:gforst{at}sickkids.on.ca BACKGROUND AND AIMS ...