Viability and glycosaminoglycan content in chondrocytes transfected with SRY (sex-determining region y)-BOX 9 and telomerase reverse transcriptase genes
Glycosaminoglycan (GAG) is a major component of cartilage matrix. This essential polysaccharide has the capacity to attract water molecules. Such capacity is important in cartilage primarily because it absorbs shock and provides lubrication in joint. Cartilage degeneration is often a normal ageing c...
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| Format: | Conference or Workshop Item |
| Language: | English |
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2016
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| Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/55035/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/55035/1/Noorhidayah%20PABSC2016%20Abstract.pdf |