Lactobacillus plantarum MB452 enhances the function of the intestinal barrier by increasing the expression levels of genes involved in tight junction formation

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Intestinal barrier function is important for preserving health, as a compromised barrier allows antigen entry and can induce inflammatory diseases. Probiotic bacteria can play a role in enhancing intestinal barrier function; however,...

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Main Authors: McCann Mark J, Park Zaneta, McNabb Warren C, Cookson Adrian L, Anderson Rachel C, Kelly William J, Roy Nicole C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-12-01
Series:BMC Microbiology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2180/10/316