Copeptin： a novel prognostic marker for cerebrovascular disease

Copeptin is a part of the C-terminal pro-arginine vasopressin. It is correlated with the prognosis of various diseases. Recent studies have found that copeptin is a novel,independent prognostic marker for stroke, and it may improve the existing risk stratification scheme of stroke. Key words: Glycopeptides;  Copeptins;  Cerebrovascular disorders;  Prognosis;  Biological markers