The Influence of Melatonin and Light on VEGF Secretion in Primary RPE Cells
(1) Background: Retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE) cells constitutively secrete vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in the retina, protecting the neuronal cells and the choroid. Increased VEGF secretion, however, can result in neovascularization and edema. Many factors regulate VEGF secret...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-01-01
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| Series: | Biomolecules |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/11/1/114 |