Podocytes [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Podocytes are highly specialized cells of the kidney glomerulus that wrap around capillaries and that neighbor cells of the Bowman’s capsule. When it comes to glomerular filtration, podocytes play an active role in preventing plasma proteins from entering the urinary ultrafiltrate by providing a bar...

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Main Authors: Jochen Reiser, Mehmet M. Altintas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2016-01-01
Series:F1000Research
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Online Access:http://f1000research.com/articles/5-114/v1