Epithelial Cell Structure (IMAGE)

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Epithelial Cell Structure

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Tight junctions between genital tract epithelial cells provide an anatomic barrier and prevent HIV from reaching submucosal targets. Microbicides that disrupt the barrier increase the risk for HIV infection. This assay may help in predicting the safety of microbicides.

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Albert Einstein College of Medicine

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