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Review
. 2013:115:175-216.
doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-394587-7.00005-1.

GPCRs in stem cell function

Van A Doze  1 , Dianne M Perez
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Review

GPCRs in stem cell function

Van A Doze et al. Prog Mol Biol Transl Sci. 2013.

Abstract

Many tissues of the body cannot only repair themselves, but also self-renew, a property mainly due to stem cells and the various mechanisms that regulate their behavior. Stem cell biology is a relatively new field. While advances are slowly being realized, stem cells possess huge potential to ameliorate disease and counteract the aging process, causing its speculation as the next panacea. Amidst public pressure to advance rapidly to clinical trials, there is a need to understand the biology of stem cells and to support basic research programs. Without a proper comprehension of how cells and tissues are maintained during the adult life span, clinical trials are bound to fail. This review will cover the basic biology of stem cells, the various types of stem cells, their potential function, and the advantages and disadvantages to their use in medicine. We will next cover the role of G protein-coupled receptors in the regulation of stem cells and their potential in future clinical applications.

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