The muscle satellite cell at 50: the formative years
2011
The muscle satellite cell at 50: the formative years
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Juergen Scharner, Peter S Zammit
Primary Institution: King's College London
Conclusion
Muscle satellite cells are essential for muscle growth, homeostasis, and repair.
Supporting Evidence
- Satellite cells are the resident stem cells of skeletal muscle.
- Satellite cells supply myoblasts for muscle growth and repair.
- The discovery of satellite cells has significantly advanced our understanding of muscle biology.
Takeaway
Muscle satellite cells help our muscles grow and heal when they get hurt.
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