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SNAT2 expression and regulation in human growth-restricted placentas.
Pediatric research - 1 Aug 2013
Mandò Chiara, Tabano Silvia, Pileri Paola, Colapietro Patrizia, Marino Maria Antonella, Avagliano Laura, Doi Patrizia, Bulfamante Gaetano, Miozzo Monica, Cetin Irene
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BACKGROUND: Amino acid placental delivery is reduced in human intrauterine growth-restricted (IUGR) fetuses, and the activity of placental amino transporters has been consistently shown to be decreased in in vitro studies. We hypothesized lower placental expression and localization of sodium-coupled neutral amino acid transporter 2 (SNAT2 (also known as SLC38A2)), altered levels of intron-1 methylation, and...
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