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Lysyl oxidase |
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Lysyl oxidase An enzyme required for the crosslinking of elastin and collagen molecules to form properly functioning connective tissue; present in relatively low levels in at least some forms of cutis laxa. Mentioned in: Cutis Laxa lysyl oxidase a copper-containing enzyme responsible for the maintenance of collagen and elastin in tissues; its absence leads to aneurysm formation in and rupture of large blood vessels. 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 target genes chosen for study included Ahr, cytochrome P450 1B1 (Cyp1b1), insulin-like growth factor-binding protein-5 (Igfbp-5), lysyl oxidase (Lox), and osteopontin (Opn). |
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