Retinoic acid promotes barrier functions in human iPSC-derived intestinal epithelial monolayers

Vitamin A (VA) is a fat-soluble micronutrient that plays essential roles in various biological processes, including cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis. In the intestine, VA are known to promote mucosal homeostasis and immunity. However, the effect of VA in intestinal development has not bee...

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Main Authors: Shigeru Yamada, Yasunari Kanda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019-08-01
Series:Journal of Pharmacological Sciences
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1347861319356877