C-reactive Protein and Endothelial Dysfunction in Women With Glucose Intolerance

C-reactive Protein and Endothelial Dysfunction in Women With Glucose Intolerance

The goal of this study is to determine whether markers of vascular inflammation (such as c-reactive protein) can predict endothelial dysfunction (as measured by flow-mediated dilation) in postmenopausal women with glucose intolerance compared to normal controls.

Inclusion Criteria:

• healthy postmenopausal women
• ages 40-65

Exclusion Criteria:

• smokers
• diabetes requiring medication