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MicroRNAs interfere with DNA methylation in rheumatoid arthritis synovial fibroblasts
1 Oct 2016
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The DNA of rheumatoid arthritis synovial fibroblasts (RASF) is globally hypomethylated; this contributes to an aggressive behaviour. In an attempt to remethylate these cells, we supplemented with methyl donors. We investigated the possible interference of microRNAs (miRs). MATERIAL AND METHODS: RASF were treated with L-methionine or betaine. Transcripts of de novo methyltransferases (DNMTs) and miRs...
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