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Dynamic expression of Lgr5, a Wnt target gene, in the developing and mature mouse cochlea.
Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology : JARO - 1 Aug 2011
Chai Renjie, Xia Anping, Wang Tian, Jan Taha Adnan, Hayashi Toshinori, Bermingham-McDonogh Olivia, Cheng Alan Gi-Lun
Abstract excerpt
The Wnt signaling pathway is a recurring theme in tissue development and homeostasis. Its specific roles during inner ear development are just emerging, but few studies have characterized Wnt target genes. Lgr5, a member of the G protein-coupled receptor family, is a Wnt target in the gastrointestinal and integumentary systems. Although its function is unknown, its deficiency leads to perinatal lethality due to...
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