FURIN and infection: Furin plays a major role in post-translationalmodification ofseveral biomolecules, including endogenous hormones, growth factors,and cytokines.11,12 In addition, furin has been proposedto promote various pathological contexts, including infections, cancers,and neuropsychiatric disorders.13−15 At present, evidence suggeststhe association between furin expression and CVD risk.