New insights into the immune functions of podocytes: the role of complement
Abstract Podocytes are differentiated epithelial cells which play an essential role to ensure a normal function of the glomerular filtration barrier (GFB). In addition to their adhesive properties in maintaining the integrity of the filtration barrier, they have other functions, such as synthesis of...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2023-04-01
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Series: | Molecular and Cellular Pediatrics |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40348-023-00157-3 |