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1030- Junction functions Flashcards

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Adherens junction

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Actin filaments

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desmosomes

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intermediate filaments

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tight junction

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Allows small molecules to pass through the membrane

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gap junction

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intracellular communication

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5
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What happens if adhesions are impaired

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Blistering diseases and skin fragility

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Pemphigus and Pemphigoid

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A group of autoimmune diseases caused by antibodies against

desmosome/hemidesmosome proteins

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3 Examples of when cell adhesions are loosened

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Shedding of epithelial or endothelial cells , wound healing and tumour metastasis

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