Role of Neuropilin-1 in Diabetic Nephropathy
Diabetic nephropathy (DN) often develops in patients suffering from type 1 or type 2 diabetes mellitus. DN is characterized by renal injury resulting in proteinuria. Neuropilin-1 (NRP-1) is a single-pass transmembrane receptor protein devoid of enzymatic activity. Its large extracellular tail is str...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-06-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical Medicine |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/4/6/1293 |