Table 4 Comparison of increased NGAL based on the number of renal tubular dysfunction parameters in patients with thalassemia
From: β-Thalassemia minor & renal tubular dysfunction: is there any association?
NGAL mean ± SD | Normal NGAL N (%) | Elevated NGAL N (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | 123.77 ± 108.41 | 22(100) | 0(0) |
1–2 parameters | 122.50 ± 120.36 | 4(66.7) | 2(33.3) |
> 2 parameters | 157.75 ± 146.21 | 8(66.7) | 4(33.3) |