Translational Session
Calciprotein Particles and Calcification Propensity in CKD-MBD
November 05, 2022 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: W414, Orange County Convention Center‚ West Building
Session Description
This session summarizes current knowledge of calciprotein biology and calcification propensity testing in health and disease.
Learning Objective(s)
- Define calciprotein biology and isolation procedures
- Describe the mechanisms driving calciprotein formation and clearance
- Summarize the pathologic effects of calciproteins in various organ systems
- Discuss the regulation and utility of calcification propensity testing in clinical medicine
Learning Pathway(s)
- Bones‚ Stones‚ and Mineral Metabolism
- Hypertension and Cardiorenal Disorders
Moderators
Presentations
- Overview of Calciprotein Composition, Isolation, and Quantification Techniques
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Mechanisms of Calciprotein Formation and Processing
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Calciprotein Particles as Drivers of Inflammation and Cellular Damage
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Utility of Calcification Propensity Assays for Predicting Vascular Calcification
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM