Pericyte-specific expression of PDGF beta receptor in mouse models with normal and deficient PDGF beta receptor signaling

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Pericytes are integral members of the neurovascular unit. Using mouse models lacking endothelial-secreted platelet derived growth factor-B (PDGF-B) or platelet derived growth factor receptor beta (PDGFRβ) on pericytes, it has been de...

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Main Authors: Winkler Ethan A, Bell Robert D, Zlokovic Berislav V
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-08-01
Series:Molecular Neurodegeneration
Online Access:http://www.molecularneurodegeneration.com/content/5/1/32