Effects of Coenzyme Q10 Supplement on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Subjects at High Risk of Metabolic Syndrome

Fresh PRP prepared from subjects was stimulated by ADP at baseline and at 24 weeks. Platelet aggregation was evaluated on a Chronolog aggregometer (Chrono-Log Corp., PA, USA) in PRP (3.0 × 10^8 platelets/mL) at 37 °C, and the change in light transmission was monitored and recorded for at least 5 minutes.

freshly isolated PRP was separately incubated with different fluorescent-labeled antibodies activated GPⅡbⅢa (FITC-conjugated mouse anti-human PAC-1) or P-selectin (FITC-conjugated mouse anti-human CD62P) at room temperature for 30 min. Platelets were initiated by adding 100 µmol/L adenosine diphosphate (ADP) at room temperature, followed by fixation with 1% paraformaldehyde (pH = 7.2) before analysis. All samples were analyzed via a calibrated CytoFLEX flow cytometer.

using Elisa kits to detect PF4, β-TG, RANTES, TGF-β1 and soluble P-selectin (sP-selectin) levels

using a comprehensive set of tests including spirometry for lung function, Incremental load test for exercise capacity, and a maximal oxygen uptake test (VO2 max) for aerobic fitness. Spirometry will quantify lung function by measuring forced vital capacity (FVC) and forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1).

Muscle mass was measured by bioelectrical impedance analysis with the use of a body composition analyzer. Change = (Week 24 Muscle Mass - Baseline Muscle Mass).

Handgrip strength was measured by a hand dynamometer following a standardized procedure. Change = (Week 24 Handgrip Strength - Baseline Handgrip Strength).

Usual gait speed was measured by the 6-metre walk test following a standardized procedure. Change = (Week 24 Usual Gait Speed - Baseline Usual Gait Speed).

blood pressure will be assessed using a validated and calibrated sphygmomanometer. Blood pressure will be measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg), with systolic and diastolic pressures recorded separately. Participants will be asked to rest for at least 5 minutes in a quiet environment before the measurement to ensure accuracy. The average of three consecutive readings, taken at 1-minute intervals, will be used to determine the participant's blood pressure.

Fasting blood glucose will be measured in milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) using the standard hexokinase method. Participants are required to fast for at least 8 hours before blood sampling, with the exception of water. The test will be carried out in a laboratory setting using a calibrated automatic biochemical analyzer.

including the assessment of six key components: total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), apolipoprotein A-I (Apo A-I) and B (Apo B). These measurements will be conducted using standard enzymatic assays in a clinical laboratory setting. Blood samples will be collected after an overnight fast of at least 8 to 12 hours. The results will be reported in milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) for TC, TG, LDL-C, and HDL-CApo A-I and Apo B will be reported in grams per liter (g/L).