The genes raw and ribbon are required for proper shape of tubular epithelial tissues in Drosophila.

doi:10.1093/genetics/147.1.243

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The genes raw and ribbon are required for proper shape of tubular epithelial tissues in Drosophila.

Genetics - 1 Sept 1997

Jack J, Myette G

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The products of two genes, raw and ribbon (rib), are required for the proper morphogenesis of a variety of tissues. Malpighian tubules mutant for raw or rib are wider and shorter than normal tubules, which are only two cells in circumference when they are fully formed. The mutations alter the sha...

Topics

Animals
Cell Size
Central Nervous System
Digestive System
Drosophila
Epithelium
Genes, Insect
Malpighian Tubules
Morphogenesis
Mutation
Peripheral Nervous System
Salivary Glands
Trachea

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