Are resident macrophages of the liver and play an important role in its normal physiology and homeostasis as well as...

A type of protein contained in legume seeds which functions as a protease inhibitor.  

Gene knockout is a genetic technique in which an organism is engineered to carry genes that have been made inoperative....

Either of two plasma a2-globulins that are kinin precursors. A substance that produces a kinin when acted on by certain...

Is any of various structurally related polypeptides, such as bradykinin, that act locally to induce vasodilation and contraction of smooth...

Are hardened mineral deposits that form in the kidney. Concentrations of insoluble material ranging from a fraction of an inch...

An eye disorder that leads to a dry cornea. Progressive softening and ulceration of the cornea, due to vitamin A...

Having an affinity for keratin. Growing upon substances rich in keratin, such as hair, feathers, nails, and hoofs.  

Is the major constituent of the epidermis, constituting 95% of the cells found there. A cell which produces keratin. Epidermal...

A sulphur-containing protein which is a major component in skin, hair, nails, hooves, horns, and teeth. A class of fibrous...