Rantes
The term Rantes describes a specific chemokine, a signaling protein capable of attracting other cells. Rantes is secreted by immune cells such as lymphocytes and granulocytes, selectively attracting additional defense cells to an inflammatory process.
As Rantes levels in the blood are elevated in various inflammatory diseases, it is also considered a nonspecific inflammatory marker. Significant amounts of Rantes are particularly formed and released into the body during jaw inflammations.
Rantes and Chronic Inflammations
Blood tests have revealed that Rantes levels are significantly increased in various inflammatory diseases. Inflammatory conditions associated with elevated Rantes levels include allergies, asthma, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or rheumatism. Elevated Rantes levels are also observed in some cancer diseases, such as breast cancer.
Increased Rantes levels can favor chronic inflammations through the excessive attraction and activation of immune cells. Consequently, it is advisable to identify and eliminate the source of Rantes. FDOJ/NICO jaw inflammations are often a common source of Rantes.
Dr. med. dent. Josephine Phillips
If the source of Rantes comes from chronic jaw inflammations, we can effectively and thoroughly eliminate it using minimally invasive techniques. Feel free to schedule an appointment for a Biological Consultation.
Rantes in FDOJ / NICO
In chronic jaw inflammations FDOJ / NICO, substantial amounts of Rantes are produced and released into the surrounding tissues. Rantes molecules spread throughout the entire body via blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, or nerve fibers, leading to a systemic effect. Consequently, chronic, silent inflammations FDOJ / NICO pose a systemic burden on the body and can potentially cause inflammatory diseases in the long term.
When RANTES levels are elevated, it may indicate jaw inflammation, so additional diagnostic should be considered.
Rantes Examination
RANTES can be detected in blood or directly in a tissue sample. We collaborate with various laboratories that can determine RANTES levels quickly and effectively. A blood RANTES value greater than 30 ng/ml is considered significantly elevated.
If you have an elevated RANTES level in your blood, you should also consider FDOK/NICO jaw inflammation, which can be confirmed with CaviTAU® bone density measurement and CBCT 3D X-ray (Digital Volume Tomography).
However, RANTES levels can also increase in the context of various autoimmune diseases or bacterial infections without being related to jaw inflammation. Therefore, a thorough medical history and diagnostics are important.
Rantes Treatment
RANTES treatment involves identifying the source of RANTES and addressing it therapeutically.
Frequently, the underlying cause is NICO / FDOJ jaw inflammation, which persists silently in the jawbone (silent inflammation) and serves as the source from which RANTES chemokines are released into the body.
The treatment of NICO / FDOJ requires surgical intervention and should be performed by an experienced specialist following a biological protocol.
Further information
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