Keratin 7 protein presence in stool is indicative of active pediatric-onset inflammatory bowel disease
Maria A. Ilomäki, Ekta Kotharkar, Jannika Rovapalo, Noora Lehtonen, Anne Nikkonen, Rebecka Ventin-Holmberg, Johannes A. M. Merilahti, Otto Kauko, Kaija‐Leena Kolho, Lauri Polari, Diana M. Toivola
This study identifies keratin 7 (K7) protein in stool as a noninvasive biomarker for active pediatric-onset inflammatory bowel disease, showing high sensitivity and specificity.
bioRxiv · Apr 22, 2026 · PreprintCell Biology