The present invention relates to human secreted polypeptides, and isolated
nucleic acid molecules encoding said polypeptides, useful for diagnosing
and treating cardiovascular diseases, disorders, and/or conditions
related thereto. Antibodies that bind these polypeptides are also
encompassed by the present invention. Also encompassed by the invention
are vectors, host cells and recombinant and synthetic methods for
producing said polynucleotides, polypeptides, and/or antibodies. The
invention further encompasses screening methods for identifying agonists
and antagonists of polynucleotides and polypeptides of the invention. The
present invention further encompasses methods and compositions for
inhibiting or enhancing the production and function of the polypeptides
of the present invention.