| 摘要 |
<p>Polynucleotides that encode the Xenopus slit protein along with the deduced amino acid sequence of the Xenopus slit protein are given. Recombinant polynucleotides, vectors and transformed cells containing the slit polynucleotide are disclosed. Methods for production of slit proteins, pharmaceutical compounds containing slit protein and therapeutic uses for slit protein are also given. Methods for the repulsive guidance of nerve axon growth and inhibition of cell migration using slit are provided. Methods of stimulating cell proliferation using slit are given, along with methods and compositions for reducing the use of serum in cell culture by the use of slit.</p> |
