The Role of Galectin-3 in the Kidneys

Galectin-3 is a 32- to 35-kDa member of the galectin family of b-galactoside-binding lectins, which is characterized by a carbohydrate recognition domain. Through its carbohydrate-binding function, it regulates cell growth, differentiation, and inflammation. It also plays a complex, context-dependen...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Chen, Szu-Chia, Kuo, Po-Lin
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: MDPI 2016
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4849021/