Molecular characterization of ten zinc (Zn) transporter genes and their regulation to Zn metabolism in freshwater teleost yellow catfish Pelteobagrus fulvidraco

ConclusionFor the first time, our study characterized ten ZIP family members in yellow catfish, explored their mRNA tissue expression. Their regulation to Zn addition were also investigated in the hepatocytes and intestinal epithelial cells of yellow catfish. Our study revealed the mechanism of cells exposed to Zn addition and provided novel insights for the regulatory mechanism of Zn homeostasis.
Source: Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology - Category: Biochemistry Source Type: research