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Surface-associated MUC5B mucins promote protease activity in Lactobacillus fermentum biofilms
BACKGROUND: Mucosal surfaces are coated with layers of mucus gel that protect the underlying tissues and promote colonization by members of the commensal microflora. Lactobacillus fermentum is a common inhabitant of the oral cavity, gastrointestinal and reproductive tracts and is one of the most imp...
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| Formato: | Online Artículo Texto |
| Lenguaje: | English |
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BioMed Central
2013
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3847627/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24010726 http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1472-6831-13-43 |