Transcriptional induction of slit diaphragm genes by Lmx1b is required in podocyte differentiation

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LMX1B encodes a LIM-homeodomain transcription factor. Mutations in LMX1B cause nail-patella syndrome (NPS), an autosomal dominant disease with skeletal abnormalities, nail hypoplasia, and nephropathy. Expression of glomerular basement membrane (GBM) collagens is reduced in Lmx1b(-/-) mice, suggesting one basis for NPS nephropathy. Here, we show that Lmx1b(-/-) podocytes have reduced numbers of foot processes, are...

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