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| Cell-adhesion molecules. These help mediate cell-cell and cell-matrix interactions |
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| What are the 4 major familes of CAMs? |
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Definition
| cadherins (calicum binding sites), immunoglobulin (Ig) superfamily CAMs, selectins, and integrins. |
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| What are the subgroups of Cadherins? |
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| Where do the E-cadherins interact? |
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Definition
| In the extracellular space. |
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| How are N-CAMs generated? |
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Definition
| By alternative splicing. The lower affinity needed for a developing nervous system. |
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| Is selectin calcium depenedant? |
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Definition
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| What is Leukocyte Extravasation? |
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Definition
| movement of leukocytes into the underlying tissue at sites of infection or inflammation. |
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| How is leukocyte (white blood cells) activated? |
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