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MeCP2 Related Studies Benefit from the Use of CD1 as Genetic Background.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2016
Cobolli Gigli Clementina, Scaramuzza Linda, Gandaglia Anna, Bellini Elisa, Gabaglio Marina, Parolaro Daniela, Kilstrup-Nielsen Charlotte, Landsberger Nicoletta, Bedogni Francesco
Abstract excerpt
MECP2 mutations cause a number of neurological disorders of which Rett syndrome (RTT) represents the most thoroughly analysed condition. Many Mecp2 mouse models have been generated through the years; their validity is demonstrated by the presence of a broad spectrum of phenotypes largely mimicking those manifested by RTT patients. These mouse models, between which the C57BL/6 Mecp2tm1.1Bird strain probably...
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