Reduced folate carrier 1 is present in retinal microvessels and crucial for the inner blood retinal barrier integrity

ConclusionIn conclusion, our study clarifies the presence of RFC1 protein in the inner BRB, which has recently been defined as hypoxia –immune-related gene in other tissues and offers a novel perspective of retinal RFC1. Hence, other than being a folate carrier, RFC1 is an acute regulator of the inner BRB in healthy and ischemic retinas.
Source: Fluids and Barriers of the CNS - Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research