Table 5.

Logistic regression analyses of lg (NGAL (ng/mL)) and aortic root calcium (ARC) in MHD patients (n = 43)

Models	OR (95% CI)	P
Univariable analysis	5.581(1.204-25.871)	0.028
Multivariable-adjusted analysis
Age and sex	13.335(1.781-99.829)	0.012
Comorbid CHD	18.675(1.791-194.711)	0.014
Ca	2.561(0.342-19.172)	0.360
Vintage (months)	3.410(0.497-23.393)	0.212
Active vitamin D	4.988(1.053-23.641)	0.043

NGAL neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin, CHD Coronary heart disease, Ca calcium