Interestingly, CD34, a hematopoietic stem cell and endothelial cell marker, was lower in DKD tubules and interstitium (vs. normal) but higher in DKD (vs. TIN).<h4>Conclusion</h4>NanoString GeoMx DSP technology may fulfil a role in enhancing the understanding the inflammatory landscape engaged in DKD pathogenesis as well as measuring response to therapy. The gene discussed is CD34; the disease is diabetic kidney disease.