Increased expression and levels of human β defensins (hBD2 and hBD4) in adults with dental caries

<strong>Introduction</strong>: Defensins are small anti-microbial peptides produced by epithelial cells. These peptides have a broad range of actions against microorganisms, including Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.<br />Human defensins are classifi ed into two subfamilie...

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Main Authors: Girolamo Jose Barrera, Gabriela Sanchez Tortolero, Adriana Rivas, Carmen Flores, Jose Emanuele Gonzales
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Sarajevo 2013-09-01
Series:Journal of Health Sciences
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Online Access:http://jhsci.ba/OJS/index.php/jhsci/article/view/70