Abstract
The molecular mechanisms that underlie the favorable effects of thrombopoietin on stem cell survival, self-renewal, and expansion are unknown. On the basis of known effects of HoxB4, HoxA9, and vascular endothelial cell growth factor on stem cells, we explored whether TPO might affect these pathways. We found that TPO enhances the transcription of HoxB4, induces the nuclear localization of HoxA9, and upregulates VEGF expression by reducing the ubiquination of hypoxia inducible factor.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 139-141 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences |
Volume | 1044 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Hematopoietic stem cells
- Hox genes
- Thrombopoietin