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Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Galanin expression characterized in murine model
January 25th, 2005
Galanin expression has been characterized in a murine model of allergic contact dermatitis. "Galanin is a neuropeptide widely distributed in the nervous system," scientists in Sweden explained. In a study conducted by H. Elnour and coauthors at Karolinska University Hospital, the "expression of galanin was investigated in murine contact allergy using immunohistochemistry, radioimmunoassay and in situ hybridization." "Female BALB/c mice were sensitized with oxazolone and 6 days later challenged on the dorsal surface of ears, while control mice received vehicle," according to the report. "After 24 h, one ear was processed for...
Source: Life Science Weekly (2005-01-25)
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