Keratins as markers in odontogenesis--an immunocytochemical experimental study in rats

J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent. 1994 Mar;12(1):12-6.

Abstract

The expression and distribution of keratins within different layers of enamel organs of embryonic and neonatal rats studied by using indirect immunoperoxidase and immunofluorescent techniques in paraffin-embedded tissues employing specific antibodies revealed Keratin positivity in odontoblastic layer, oral epithelium and dental lamina in primitive stages; other odontogenic tissues showed negative reaction.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biomarkers
  • Embryo, Mammalian
  • Fluorescent Antibody Technique
  • Immunoenzyme Techniques
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Keratins / metabolism*
  • Mandible / embryology
  • Mandible / growth & development
  • Mandible / metabolism
  • Odontogenesis / physiology*
  • Rats
  • Rats, Wistar

Substances

  • Biomarkers
  • Keratins