Data-independent LC-MS/MS analysis of ME/CFS plasma reveals a dysregulated coagulation system, endothelial dysfunction, downregulation of complement machinery.
Nunes, Massimo, Vlok, Mare, Proal, Amy et al.·Cardiovascular diabetology·2024
Researchers analyzed blood proteins in 15 ME/CFS patients and 10 healthy controls to look for differences that might explain ME/CFS symptoms. They found that ME/CFS patients had abnormal levels of proteins involved in blood clotting, blood vessel function, and immune system regulation. These findings suggest that problems with blood clotting and blood vessel health may play a role in ME/CFS.