Hepatocellular carcinoma expressing hepatobiliary progenitor markers, is considered of poor prognosis. By using a hepatocarcinogenesis model, laser capture microdissection, and RNA-Sequencing analysis, we identified an expression profile in GGT/KRT19-positive experimental tumors; 438 differentially expressed genes were found in early and late nodules along with increased collagen deposition. Dysregulated genes were involved in Fatty Acid Metabolism, RXR function, and Hepatic Stellate Cells Activation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFprotozoa are the etiological agents of visceral, cutaneous and mucocutaneous leishmaniasis. In specific geographical regions, such as Latin America, several species are endemic and simultaneously present; therefore, a diagnostic method for species discrimination is warranted. In this attempt, many qPCR-based assays have been developed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMicroRNAs (miRNAs or miRs) are a class of short non-coding RNAs that serve an important regulatory role in living organisms. These molecules are associated with multiple biological processes and are potential biomarkers in multiple diseases. The present study aimed to further identify miRNAs that are differentially expressed in circulating monocytes (CMCs) from postmenopausal Mexican-Mestizo women.
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