Functional Analysis of Gastric Tight Junction Proteins in <i>Xenopus laevis</i> Oocytes

The epithelial barrier is crucial for proper gastrointestinal function, preventing the unwanted passage of solutes and therefore representing a prerequisite for vectorial transport. Claudin-4 and claudin-18.2, two critical tight junction proteins of the gastric epithelium, seal neighboring cells in...

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Main Authors: Laura Stein, Nora Brunner, Salah Amasheh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-07-01
Series:Membranes
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/12/8/731