Investigating the role of ion channels across the fetomaternal interface of the human placenta

Chorionic plate (CPA) and stem villous (SVA) arteries located at the fetal and maternal interface of the placenta respond to stimuli including hypoxia and acidic pH which can be the result of an intermittent blood supply. Unlike other vascular tissue the placenta lacks nervous control so any respons...

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Main Author: Ali, Tayyba Yasmin
Published: University of Nottingham 2012
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.559587