cytokeratin

AE1/AE3

AE1/AE3 is a test pathologists use involving a combination of antibodies designed to recognize a group of proteins called cytokeratins. Cytokeratins are proteins found inside epithelial cells, which are the cells that line surfaces inside and outside your body, such as your skin and the lining of internal organs. The AE1/AE3 test helps pathologists identify …
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Cytokeratins

Cytokeratins are a group of proteins called intermediate filaments that are normally found inside specialized epithelial cells that make up the lining of many internal and external surfaces of the body, such as the skin, organs, and glands. These proteins provide structural support and protect against mechanical stress, as well as help maintain their shape and …
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