Hematopoietic Stem Cell Mobilization and Homing after Transplantation: The Role of MMP-2, MMP-9, and MT1-MMP

Hematopoietic stem/progenitor cells (HSPCs) are used in clinical transplantation to restore hematopoietic function. Here we review the role of the soluble matrix metalloproteinases MMP-2 and MMP-9, and membrane type (MT)1-MMP in modulating processes critical to successful transplantation of HSPC, su...

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Main Authors: Neeta Shirvaikar, Leah A. Marquez-Curtis, Anna Janowska-Wieczorek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Biochemistry Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/685267