Fig. 9From: Exploration of the mechanisms underlying the beneficial effect of Luo Tong formula on retinal function in diabetic rats via the “gut microbiota–inflammation–retina” axisEffect of LTF and CaD on systemic and local retinal inflammation. A Elisa measurement of proinflammatory cytokines in serum, including ICAM-1, IL-6, IL-8, MCP-1, VCAM-1, VEGF, and IL-1β. Data are expressed as mean ± SD (n = 6). B, C Western blot and quantitative measurement of retinal NF-κB and TNF-α. Data are expressed as mean ± SD (n = 3) (*p < 0.05: vs. normal control group; △p < 0.05: vs. diabetic control group)Back to article page