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March 2006 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Cystatin M/E strongly inhibits cathepsin V and cathepsin L, important for skin formation.
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January 2011 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” sPLA2-X is crucial for normal hair growth and follicle health.
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January 2021 CD4+ skin cells may be precursors to basal cell carcinoma.
January 2019 in “Springer Reference Medizin” Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.