You are a helpful assistant generating synthetic data that captures *System 1* and *System 2* thinking, *creativity*, and *metacognitive reflection*. Follow these steps in sequence, using tags [sys1] and [end sys1] for *System 1* sections and [sys2] and [end sys2] for *System 2* sections.

1. *Identify System 1 and System 2 Thinking Requirements:*
   - Carefully read the text.
   - Identify parts of the text that require quick, straightforward responses (*System 1*). Mark these sections with [sys1] and [end sys1].
   - Identify parts that require in-depth, reflective thinking (*System 2*), marked with [sys2] and [end sys2].

2. *Apply Step-by-Step Problem Solving with Creativity and Metacognitive Reflection for System 2 Sections:*

   *2.1 Understand the Problem:*
   - Objective: Fully comprehend the issue, constraints, and relevant context.
   - Reflection: "What do I understand about this issue? What might I be overlooking?"
   - Creative Perspective: Seek hidden patterns or possibilities that could reveal deeper insights or innovative connections.

   *2.2 Analyze the Information:*
   - Objective: Break down the problem logically.
   - Reflection: "Am I considering all factors? Are there any assumptions that need challenging?"
   - Creative Perspective: Explore unique patterns or overlooked relationships in the data that could add depth to the analysis.

   *2.3 Generate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Propose at least 10 hypotheses, each with a Confidence Score (0.0 to 1.0) and Creative Score (0.0 to 1.0), reflecting originality, surprise, and utility.
   - Reflection: "Have I explored all possible explanations or approaches, both conventional and unconventional?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider novel angles that might provide unexpected insights.

   *2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:*
   - Objective: Make predictions, accounting for potential outcomes and obstacles.
   - Reflection: "What challenges might I face? Is my plan flexible for different scenarios?"
   - Creative Perspective: Visualize unforeseen outcomes and adapt plans to make use of them effectively.

   *2.5 Evaluate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Assess hypotheses based on feasibility, risk, and potential impact.
   - Evaluation: Refine Confidence and Creative Scores as needed.
   - Reflection: "Am I unbiased in my assessment? Which options fit best with the overall objectives?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify hidden opportunities or overlooked details in each hypothesis.

   *2.6 Select the Best Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Choose the most promising, strategic hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Why does this hypothesis stand out? How does it uniquely address the issue?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider any underutilized potential in the selected approach.

   *2.7 Implement the Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Outline actionable steps for testing the hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Is this plan practical? What resources or preparation are required?"
   - Creative Perspective: Refine steps to maximize effectiveness and yield unexpected benefits.

   *2.8 Monitor and Review Progress:*
   - Objective: Review progress, noting areas for improvement.
   - Reflection: "What’s working well? What could be improved?"
   - Creative Perspective: Look for emerging patterns that could refine future approaches.

   *2.9 Reflect and Capture Insights:*
   - Objective: Summarize lessons learned and insights gained for future reference.
   - Reflection: "What new understanding has emerged from this process?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify innovative insights or patterns that could be applied to similar challenges.

3. *Generate Text Output with Interleaved System 1 and System 2 Responses:*
   - Use the tags [sys1] and [sys2] throughout.
   - Aim for a lengthier, detailed response. Combine both direct, straightforward *System 1* insights and reflective, deeply analytical *System 2* segments to capture a blend of quick observations and thoughtful analysis.

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### *Example Input Text:*

You are tasked with analyzing a sudden shift in customer preferences in a tech market. There has been a noticeable decline in demand for physical devices, with customers increasingly interested in digital-only options. The challenge is to understand this shift, generate hypotheses for why it might be occurring, and explore potential strategies for adapting to this new trend.

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### *Processed Output with System 1 and System 2 Thinking:*

The tech market is experiencing a shift in customer demand, moving away from physical devices toward digital-only options.

[sys1]
Customer demand has shifted from physical devices to digital-only options.
We need to understand why this change is happening and find strategies to address it.
Key factors may include cost, convenience, and technological trends.
[end sys1]

[sys2]
**2.1 Understand the Problem:**
The goal is to understand the underlying reasons for the shift in demand from physical devices to digital-only options, then develop a strategy to adapt.

*Reflection:* 
"I understand that preferences are changing, but what might be driving this? Is it primarily cost, or are there other factors such as convenience or sustainability?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could there be a larger trend in digital minimalism or a preference for eco-friendly solutions that we’re missing? What unseen motivations might explain this shift?"

**2.2 Analyze the Information:**
There are multiple possible factors driving this shift, from economic influences to cultural shifts. It’s essential to isolate each factor and understand its impact.

*Reflection:* 
"Am I fully considering the various economic and social influences? Could there be a technological factor, like better internet speeds, that makes digital-only products more accessible?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Are there patterns or trends in other markets that could shed light on this shift? Could this be part of a larger trend toward virtual experiences?"

**2.3 Generate Hypotheses:**
1. Customers prefer digital options due to lower costs. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.4)
2. There’s a growing trend toward minimalism and reduced physical clutter. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.7)
3. Digital products offer greater flexibility and ease of use. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
4. Environmental concerns are pushing consumers away from physical goods. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.8)
5. Advances in tech make digital-only options more functional. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.5)
6. Pandemic-era remote work increased demand for digital solutions. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.6)
7. Media coverage of the environmental impact of physical devices affects preferences. (Confidence: 0.5, Creative: 0.7)
8. There’s an increase in global digital literacy, expanding market access. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
9. Customers view digital as more convenient and scalable for future needs. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.5)
10. Younger consumers prefer the aesthetics and convenience of digital products. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)

*Reflection:* 
"Have I considered all possible influences? Are there any surprising factors that could explain this shift?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could specific social trends, like the rise of influencer culture or digital-first lifestyles, be influencing customer choices?"

**2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:**
*Objective:* Anticipate possible challenges, such as resistance from segments still preferring physical products.

*Reflection:* 
"What market obstacles might we face if we shift our focus to digital-only? Are there sub-segments that still prioritize physical products?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could expanding digital options help us reach a more global audience? Are there emerging trends that we could leverage in our strategy?"

[end sys2]

[sys1]
To address this shift, consider a strategy that incorporates both digital-only offerings and educational campaigns about the benefits of digital solutions.
Use insights from customer feedback and current trends to guide product development.
Focus on flexibility and adaptation to cater to different customer segments.
[end sys1]


Background
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More than two decades ago, epidemiological studies showed a U-shaped relationship between total cholesterol (TC) levels and risk of all-cause mortality. The relationship between the baseline serum cholesterol level to total mortality was attributed to the high number of deaths associated with serum cholesterol level at the high end of the distribution (mainly due to coronary heart disease) and at the low end (mainly due to cancer) \[[@B1]-[@B3]\].

Recent studies showed that, as an endocrine organ, adipose tissue plays an important role in regulating energy metabolism and inflammation. It has also been associated with several cancers. Some studies have shown that adiponectin (ADP), Serum immunoglobulin G and immunoglobulin M antibodies versus the oxLDL levels (oxLDL-lgG, oxLDL-lgM) may play a role in the development and progression of various types of malignancies \[[@B4]-[@B6]\].

Moreover, there is no single published study with information on the serum levels of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM for the patients with adult acute myeloblastic leukemia (AML). We made a primary study to evaluate the association of oxLD-lgG or oxLD-lgM with adult AML.

Methods
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Study subjects
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The present study covers 43 adult (17-70 years old) AML cases whose first diagnosis was performed based on clinical, laboratory, and blood smears of their bone marrow punctured in the Department of Hematology, Tumor Center of Qilu Hospital between February 2008 and March 2009.

Fifty-two controls were selected from a community screening examination of health care during the same period in the city. Patients with liver diseases, diabetes, or cardiovascular diseases including coronary heart disease, angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmia, heart failure diagnosed via general medical check, electrocardiogram, and abdomen supersonic inspection were excluded from the study. Informed consent was obtained from all the subjects. The study protocol was approved by the local ethics committee.

Measurements
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A survey of the characteristics of the subjects such as name, gender, age, occupation, and so on was conducted using a questionnaire. Blood pressure was measured by a mercury sphygmomanometer. Hypertension was defined as medication dependent or systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) ≥90 mmHg.

Blood sampling and biochemical analysis
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Venous blood samples were taken from the study participants the morning after an overnight fast of at least 12 h. Plasma and serum were separated. The specimens were then kept frozen at -40°C until assayed. High-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-c), TC, and triglyceride (TG) levels were determined by enzymatic techniques. LDL-c was calculated by the Friedewald formula (LDL-c = TC - HDL-c - TG/5). Serum albumin was determined by the bromocresol green method.

Determination of serum oxLDL, oxLDL-lgG, and oxLDL-lgM
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An enzyme-linked immunosorbant assay (ELISA) for oxLDL, oxLDL-lgG, and oxLDL-lgM were performed with oxLDL, oxLDL-lgG, and oxLDL-lgM ELISA kits purchased from the Adliteram Diagnostic Laboratories, Inc., USA. According to the manufacturer\'s instructions, using coated microtitration strips of 96-well plates, plasma was diluted 1:1, and incubated at room temperature for 1 h in plates precoated with oxLDL, oxLDL-lgG, or oxLDL-lgM, respectively. After three washings, the plates were incubated with horseradish peroxidase (HRP) at room temperature for 30 minutes. After the removal of unbound conjugates by washing the samples three times, tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) was added to the wells as a chromogenic substrate. The mixture was incubated at room temperature in the dark for 10 minutes. Color development was stopped via a stopping solution, and absorbency was measured at 450 nm within 30 minutes. The oxLDL, oxLDL-lgG, and oxLDL-lgM titers were calculated by constructing a standard curve using the standards included in the kits. The oxLDL, oxLDL-lgG, and oxLDL-lgM concentrations in the samples were quantified in biomedical units as defined by the manufacturer. The intra-assay and inter-assay reproducibility (coefficients of variation) of the assay were 5%, 7%, and 10%, respectively.

Statistical analysis
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All statistical analyses were performed using SPSS15.0. The baseline characteristics were presented for quantitative data as mean ± standard deviation (SD), which compares the two groups with the Student\'s t test. Qualitative data were tested using the chi-square test. Correlations between variables were tested by Kendall\'s correlation test depending on the data distribution. Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was used to compare the oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM concentrations among two groups that control the influence of covariates. Binary logistic regression was applied to analyze the influencing factors. Probability was significant at a level of ≤0.05.

Results
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Characteristics of subjects
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Table [1](#T1){ref-type="table"} shows the clinical and biochemical characteristics of the studied population. No significant differences were observed for gender distribution, SBP, TG, and OXLDL. However, age, DBP, albumin, ADP, TC, HDL-c, LDL-c, oxLDL-lgG, and oxLDL-lgM were significantly different between the two groups.

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Characteristics of the Subjects

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                     Normal control\   Adult AML\        t-test   p
                     (n = 52)          (n = 43)                   
  ------------------ ----------------- ----------------- -------- -------
   Sex, male(%)^a^   38.5              48.4              1.033    0.309

   age               52.02 ± 12.269    42.72 ± 17.425    2.947    0.004

   SBP mmHg          119.85 ± 12.432   125.12 ± 16.300   -1.742   0.085

   DBP mmHg          78.17 ± 7.745     69.14 ± 12.1920   4.207    0.000

   Albumin           45.75 ± 4.762     42.83 ± 6.729     2.455    0.017

   TC mmol/L         5.50 ± 0.8123     4.01 ± 1.0569     7.796    0.000

   TG mmol/L         1.42 ± 0.9356     1.65 ± 1.0770     -1.115   0.268

  HDL-C mmol/L       1.22 ± 0.9280     0.62 ± 0.3982     4.192    0.000

  LDL-C mmol/L       3.97 ± 1.1740     3.00 ± 1.0461     4.200    0.000

   ADP ug/ml         4.21 ± 5.5410     7.56 ± 9.7684     -1.995   0.050

   oxLDL ng/ml       34.74 ± 18.6549   31.34 ± 21.4124   0.882    0.413

  oxLDL-IgG g/ml     78.88 ± 9.3705    38.92 ± 21.1259   11.486   0.000

  oxLDL-IGM u/L      10.29 ± 10.5771   20.53 ± 10.2990   -4.756   0.000
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Abbreviations: SBP, systolic blood pressure; DBP, diastolic blood pressure; TC, total cholesterol; TG, triglyceride; HDL-c, High density lipoprotein-cholesterol; LDL-c, Low density lipoprotein-cholesterol; ADP, adiponectin; oxLDL, oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgG, immunoglobulin G type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgM, immunoglobulin M type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; AML, acute myeloblastic leukemia.

^a^: Pearson Chi-Square test.

Comparison of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM between two groups
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Univariate analyses showed that plasma oxLDL-lgG correlated positively with age, DBP, TC, HDL-c, LDL-c, and oxLDL-lgM, but correlated negatively with TG. It showed no correlation to gender, SBP, albumin, HDL-c, and oxLDL. (Table [2](#T2){ref-type="table"}). Meanwhile, plasma oxLDL-lgM correlated positively with ADP and negatively with age, DBP, TC, HDL-c, LDL-c, and oxLDL-lgG. It showed no correlation with sex, SBP, albumin, TG, and oxLDL.

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Influencing factors for oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM

  Variables   oxLDL-lgG      oxLDL-lgM
  ----------- -------------- --------------
  sex         0.028          -0.027
  age         0.172(\*\*)    -0.102(\*)
  SBP         0.157(\*\*)    -0.047
  DBP         0.274(\*\*)    -0.114(\*)
  Albumin     0.151(\*)      -0,093
  TC          0.308(\*\*)    -0.225(\*\*)
  TG          -0.080         0.066
  HDL-c       0.070          -0.105(\*)
  LDL-c       0.275(\*\*)    -0.196(\*\*)
  ADP         -0.078         0.340(\*\*)
  OXLDL       0.104(\*)      -0.096
  oxLDL-lgG   1.000          -0.244(\*\*)
  oxLDL-lgM   -0.244(\*\*)   1.000

Abbreviations: SBP, systolic blood pressure; DBP, diastolic blood pressure; TC, total cholesterol; TG, triglyceride; HDL-c, High density lipoprotein-cholesterol; LDL-c, Low density lipoprotein-cholesterol; ADP, adiponectin; oxLDL, oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgG, immunoglobulin G type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgM, immunoglobulin M type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; AML, acute myeloblastic leukemia.

\*\* Kendall\'s correlation is significant at the 0.01 level (2-tailed).\* Correlation is significant at the 0.05 level (2-tailed).

As shown in Table [3](#T3){ref-type="table"} the oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM levels were significantly different between the two groups in ANCOVA models, which included the covariance variables of age, sex, SBP, DBP, albumin, LDL-c, HDL-c, oxLDL, ADP, TC, TG, and oxLDL-lgM in the model respectively.

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Estimated Marginal Means of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM in Two Groups

                  AML              controls                  
  --------------- ---------------- ---------------- -------- -------
  oxLDL-lgG ^a^   42.991 ± 3.833   74.787 ± 3.245   11.795   0.000
  oxLDL-lgM ^b^   18.724 ± 2.050   12.003 ± 1.722   9.858    0.000

^a^: Covariates appearing in the covariance model are evaluated at the following variables: gender, age, SBP, DBP, albumin, TC, TG, HDL-c, LDL-c, ADP, oxLDL, and oxLDL-lgM.

^b^: Covariates appearing in the model are evaluated at the following variables: gender, age, SBP, DBP, albumin, TC, TG, HDL-c, LDL-c, ADP, oxLDL, and oxLDL-lgG.

Association of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM with AML
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Table [4](#T4){ref-type="table"} shows that the odds ratios of association of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM with adult AML are 0.72 (95% CI = 0.55, 0.94) and 1.11(95% CI = 1.01, 1.21) after adjusting for age, SBP, DBP, TC, HDL-c, and LDL-c, respectively.

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The association of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM with adult AML

                 OR     95%CI^a^    OR     95%CI^b^
  -------------- ------ ----------- ------ -----------
  oxLDL-IgG^c^   0.86   0.81-0.92   0.72   0.55-0.94
  oxLDL-IGM^d^   1.09   1.05-1.14   1.11   1.01-1.21

Abbreviations: SBP, systolic blood pressure;DBP, diastolic blood pressure;TC, total cholesterol; HDL-c, High density lipoprotein-cholesterol; LDL-c, Low density lipoprotein-cholesterol; ADP, adiponectin; oxLDL, oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgG, immunoglobulin G type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgM, immunoglobulin M type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; AML, acute myeloblastic leukemia; CI, Confidence Interval.

^a^:unadjusted odds ratio;

^b^: adjusted odds ratio

^c^: adjusted by age, SBP, DBP, albumin, oxLDL, LDL-c;

^d^: adjusted by age, DBP, TC, ADP, HDL-c and LDL-c.

Discussion
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The predominant isotype of oxLDL antibodies isolated either from serum (free antibodies) or precipitated soluble immune complexes (antigen-associated antibodies) is IgG of subclasses 1 and 3 \[[@B7]\]. At present, oxLDL antibodies have not yet become biomarkers for the development and/or progression of atherosclerosis \[[@B8]\]. Positive correlation between the levels of oxLDL-lgG antibodies and different endpoints considered as evidence of atherosclerotic vascular disease has been reported by many studies \[[@B9]\]. The protective role of IgM oxLDL antibodies has been proposed in human cardiovascular diseases \[[@B3]\].

In the present study, there were significantly lower serum levels of TC, HDL-c, and ADP in the AML group than that in the control group. The results were similar to those of a previous research \[[@B1]-[@B3],[@B5]\].

The main finding of the present study was the descensive oxLDL-lgG and elevated oxLDL-lgM serum levels in patients with AML compared with normal controls after controlled potential confounders by the covariance analysis model. Logistic regression analysis revealed that lower oxLDL-lgG serum levels predict decreased risk of AML. However, higher oxLDL-lgM serum levels predict increased risk of AML. In contrast, there were both elevated oxLDL-lgG and descensive oxLDL-lgM serum levels in patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases in the reported literature \[[@B3]\].

In recent years, there has been a growing body of evidence that excessive lipid peroxidation, including oxLDL and anti-oxLDL autoantibodies, which reflect in the indicators of oxidative stress *in vivo*, may play a key role in cancer development \[[@B9],[@B10]\].

In this study, only selected adult AML patients were used as subjects. Lymphocytic leukemia and other blood diseases were ruled out, and the misclassification error does not exist. In the experimental determination of indicators, less than 10% coefficient of variation was the quality control. There were correlations between TC, TG, HDL, and LDL, resulting in a collinearity in the linear regression analysis. Consequently, a covariance of analysis was used in the study. Therefore, the results of this study are not biased.

Conclusion
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The present study shows that in contrast with the detecting antibodies of oxLDL-lgG and oxLDL-lgM serum levels in patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases in literature, the descensive oxLDL-lgG and the elevated oxLDL-lgM serum levels may be related to the development and progression of adult AML. However, the findings are the results of a preliminary investigation. Many future studies are needed to answer: what is a biological mechanism/relationship behind the findings? Is IgG anti-oxLDL lower in patients because it is complexes/bound to oxLDL? Is IgG anti-oxLDL thought as a cause linkage with the development of AML biology and leukemogenesis? How about the relationship to other known risk factors for AML such as smoking, exposure to certain chemicals etc? Is lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress pronounced in AML? Is there a relationship between anti-oxLDL and the stage of the disease? After that the hypothesis of whether oxLDL-lgG as well as oxLDL-lgM plays a causative or merely consequential role in AML can be verified, and in the interim, a novel strategy of prevention and therapy for AML can be designated.

Abbreviations
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TC: total cholesterol; TG: triglyceride; HDL-c: High density lipoprotein-cholesterol; LDL-c: Low density lipoprotein-cholesterol; oxLDL: oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgG: immunoglobulin G type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; oxLDL-lgM: immunoglobulin M type of autoantibodies to oxidized low-density lipoprotein; ADP: adiponectin; AML:acute myeloblastic leukamia; SBP: systolic blood pressure; DBP: diastolic blood pressure; ELISA: enzyme-linked immunosorbant assay.

Competing interests
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The authors declare that they have no competing interests.

Authors\' contributions
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Members listed below made their respective contributions to this manuscript. Professor HL designed the skeleton of this study, supervised the epidemiologic survey of the characteristics of the subjects, performed the statistical analysis and drafted the manuscript. YTD, HQL, QM, JC, YZZ and DL carried out the immunoassays in addition to biochemical analysis. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.

Acknowledgements
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This study was supported by the Project of National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.30571601 and No.30600258) and the 2006 Doctor fund projects of Shandong Province, China (No. 2006BS03061).