Iraqi postgraduate Medical Journal
Role of the Serum Kisspeptin-1 Level in Early and Late-Onset Preeclampsia
By Rawia Muhsin Helal and Shatha A. Kareem Mahmoud.
Abstract
Background
Preeclampsia is a major cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality worldwide, affecting 2–8% of pregnancies. Early diagnosis remains challenging, particularly in asymptomatic cases, highlighting the need for reliable biomarkers to improve timely detection and intervention.
Objective
To evaluate the role of serum kisspeptin in the detection of early-onset and late-onset preeclampsia.
