Biomarkers for interstitial cystitis identified, could lead to the first test
A new study has identified three nuclear proteins that are unique to the bladders of animals with interstitial cystitis (IC), a chronic pelvic pain disorder. The proteins, transgelin (SM-22), ras suppressor protein (RSU-1) and GAPDH, were found to be down-regulated in IC-model bladders after instillation with hydrochloric acid.