Conceptual diagram highlighting the dual role of CCL5 in the kidney (IMAGE)

Chiba University

Conceptual diagram highlighting the dual role of CCL5 in the kidney

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CCL5 protects podocytes, the kidney’s essential filtration cells, but simultaneously drives harmful inflammation. Ultimately, these damaging effects surpass its protective role, leading to progressive kidney damage.

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Professor Katsuhiko Asanuma at Chiba University, Japan

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