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cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator |
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cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator, a regulator of secretion in many exocrine tissues. Abnormalities in the gene cause cystic fibrosis, leading to abnormal chloride channels in cell membranes of the respiratory epithelium, pancreas, salivary glands, sweat glands, intestines, and reproductive tract. Also called cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator, cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator protein. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The first research program under this agreement utilizes Predix' proprietary PREDICT(TM) technology to characterize the Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane conductance Regulator (CFTR) ion channel protein. The first program, for which the milestone payment was received, is focused on the Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane conductance Regulator (CFTR) ion channel protein. The first program is focused on the defective Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane conductance Regulator (CFTR) protein. |
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