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Expression of toll-like receptor 4 and endotoxin responsiveness in mice during perinatal period.
Pediatric research - 1 May 2005
Harju Kirsi, Ojaniemi Marja, Rounioja Samuli, Glumoff Virpi, Paananen Reija, Vuolteenaho Reetta, Hallman Mikko
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Endotoxin [lipopolysaccharide (LPS)] from Gram-negative bacteria is found in amniotic fluid in intrauterine infections that associate with the risk for spontaneous premature birth, bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), and respiratory distress syndrome. Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) is the signaling receptor for LPS. The aim was to investigate the primary inflammatory response in mice shortly after administration of...
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