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Prostaglandins in human tears.

S P Dhir, S K Garg, Y R Sharma

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |March 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Prostaglandin F was found in tear fluid of healthy individuals and was elevated in patients with vernal conjunctivitis and trachoma. The exact origin of this prostaglandin in tears remains unidentified.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Immunology
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Prostaglandins are lipid compounds with diverse hormone-like effects in animals.
    • Prostaglandin F (PGF) is implicated in inflammatory processes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the presence and levels of Prostaglandin F in human tear fluid.
    • To compare PGF levels in healthy individuals versus those with specific conjunctival conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • Tear fluid samples were collected from patients.
    • Quantification of Prostaglandin F in tear fluid samples was performed.

    Main Results:

    • Small quantities of Prostaglandin F were detected in the tear fluid of clinically normal conjunctivae.

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  • Significantly increased Prostaglandin F levels were observed in tear fluid from patients with acute vernal conjunctivitis and chronic trachoma.

    • Conclusions:

    • Prostaglandin F is present in human tears.
    • Elevated tear Prostaglandin F levels correlate with acute vernal conjunctivitis and chronic trachoma.
    • The source of Prostaglandin F in tears could not be determined in this study.