Active β-Catenin Signaling in the Small Intestine of Humans During Infancy

ConclusionsWnt- β-catenin signaling was active in crypt base columnar cells (i.e., intestinal stem cells) in human infants. This signaling could promote crypt fission during infancy. Wnt-β-catenin signaling likely acts in concert with other pathways to promote postnatal growth.

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Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - January 1, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

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