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Sinistrin[edit]

Sinistrin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide that is primarily used in medical diagnostics to assess kidney function. It is a fructan, similar to inulin, and is derived from the bulbs of certain plants, such as the Scilla species. Sinistrin is particularly valued for its ability to be used in the measurement of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which is a critical indicator of renal health.

Chemical Properties[edit]

Sinistrin is a water-soluble carbohydrate composed of fructose units linked by _(2_1) glycosidic bonds. Its molecular structure allows it to be freely filtered by the glomerulus in the kidneys, making it an ideal candidate for renal function tests. Unlike some other polysaccharides, sinistrin is not metabolized by the body, which ensures that its clearance from the bloodstream is solely due to renal filtration.

Medical Applications[edit]

Sinistrin is primarily used in the assessment of kidney function through the measurement of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR). The GFR is a crucial parameter in diagnosing and monitoring kidney diseases. Sinistrin clearance tests are considered to be more accurate than creatinine clearance tests because sinistrin is not secreted or reabsorbed by the renal tubules.

Sinistrin Clearance Test[edit]

The sinistrin clearance test involves the intravenous administration of sinistrin, followed by the measurement of its concentration in blood and urine over time. The rate at which sinistrin is cleared from the blood provides an accurate measure of the GFR. This test is particularly useful in patients where creatinine-based tests may be unreliable, such as those with muscle wasting or certain metabolic conditions.

Advantages of Sinistrin[edit]

Sinistrin offers several advantages over other substances used in renal function tests:

Non-toxic: Sinistrin is non-toxic and well-tolerated by patients.
Accurate: Provides a precise measurement of GFR without interference from tubular secretion or reabsorption.
Plant-derived: Being derived from plants, it is a natural and renewable resource.

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-'''Sinistrin''' is a [[polysaccharide]] derived from the [[tuber]] of the [[Jerusalem artichoke]] (''Helianthus tuberosus''). It is a type of [[inulin]], a group of naturally occurring [[polysaccharides]] produced by many types of plants. Sinistrin is used in medical diagnostics to measure [[glomerular filtration rate]] (GFR), an important test of kidney function.
+== Sinistrin ==
-==Structure and properties==
+[[File:Sinistrin.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Sinistrin]]
-Sinistrin is a linear [[fructan]], composed of [[fructose]] units linked by β(2→1) bonds. The degree of polymerization, or the number of fructose units in a sinistrin molecule, can vary, but is typically around 10-12. Like other inulins, sinistrin is not digested in the human [[gastrointestinal tract]], but is excreted unchanged in the urine.
-==Medical uses==
+'''Sinistrin''' is a naturally occurring polysaccharide that is primarily used in medical diagnostics to assess kidney function. It is a fructan, similar to inulin, and is derived from the bulbs of certain plants, such as the [[Scilla]] species. Sinistrin is particularly valued for its ability to be used in the measurement of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which is a critical indicator of renal health.
-Sinistrin is used in the measurement of GFR, a key indicator of kidney function. It is injected into the bloodstream, and the rate at which it is cleared from the blood by the kidneys is measured. This provides a direct measure of the GFR, which can be used to diagnose and monitor kidney disease.
-Sinistrin is also used in the [[Inulin clearance]] test, another method for measuring GFR. In this test, sinistrin is infused into the bloodstream, and the rate at which it is cleared from the blood is compared to the rate at which it is excreted in the urine. This provides a measure of the GFR that is independent of the concentration of sinistrin in the blood.
+== Chemical Properties ==
+Sinistrin is a water-soluble carbohydrate composed of fructose units linked by _(2_1) glycosidic bonds. Its molecular structure allows it to be freely filtered by the [[glomerulus]] in the kidneys, making it an ideal candidate for renal function tests. Unlike some other polysaccharides, sinistrin is not metabolized by the body, which ensures that its clearance from the bloodstream is solely due to renal filtration.
+== Medical Applications ==
+Sinistrin is primarily used in the assessment of kidney function through the measurement of the [[glomerular filtration rate]] (GFR). The GFR is a crucial parameter in diagnosing and monitoring kidney diseases. Sinistrin clearance tests are considered to be more accurate than creatinine clearance tests because sinistrin is not secreted or reabsorbed by the renal tubules.
+=== Sinistrin Clearance Test ===
+The sinistrin clearance test involves the intravenous administration of sinistrin, followed by the measurement of its concentration in blood and urine over time. The rate at which sinistrin is cleared from the blood provides an accurate measure of the GFR. This test is particularly useful in patients where creatinine-based tests may be unreliable, such as those with muscle wasting or certain metabolic conditions.
+== Advantages of Sinistrin ==
+Sinistrin offers several advantages over other substances used in renal function tests:
+* '''Non-toxic''': Sinistrin is non-toxic and well-tolerated by patients.
+* '''Accurate''': Provides a precise measurement of GFR without interference from tubular secretion or reabsorption.
+* '''Plant-derived''': Being derived from plants, it is a natural and renewable resource.
+== Related Pages ==
-==See also==
 * [[Inulin]]
 * [[Glomerular filtration rate]]
-* [[Inulin clearance]]
+* [[Kidney function tests]]
+* [[Renal physiology]]
-==References==
-<references />
 [[Category:Polysaccharides]]
-[[Category:Diagnostic tests]]
+[[Category:Renal function tests]]
-[[Category:Kidney function tests]]
+[[Category:Medical diagnostics]]
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