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

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

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