Authors

  1. Shen , Qiuhua
  2. Cintron , Samantha A.
  3. Pierce , Janet D.

Abstract

Platelet and leukocyte mitochondrial function was found to significantly correlate with some echocardiographic parameters and KCCQ scores. These findings provided preliminary data to support future research to further explore the potential of using platelets and leukocytes as surrogate biomarkers. Identifying easy-accessible mitochondrial biomarkers will be useful for assessing mitochondrial function to assist with early diagnosis and monitoring the effectiveness of mitochondrial-targeted therapy in HF patients.