*2.10. Multiplex ELISA*

Mouse Magnetic Luminex Assay (LXSAMSM, R&D Systems, Minneapolis, MN, USA) was performed according to the manufacturer's protocol to quantify hepatic protein levels of fibrosis- and inflammation-relevant factors. Luminex® 200 flow-cytometer and xPONENT® software, version 3.1 (Luminex Corp., Austin, TX, USA), were used for measurements and data analysis.
