Modeling ocular surface ion and water transport by generation of lipid- and mucin-producing human meibomian gland and conjunctival epithelial cells
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: We generated human meibomian gland and conjunctival epithelial cells producing lipids and mucins. We identified ion channels including ENaC, CFTR, TMEM16a, and KCNQ1, as well as NKCC. We found that electrolyte and water flux are regulated by signaling pathways mediated by purinergic and VIP receptors. Our findings provide valuable insights into epithelial ion and water transport in the human conjunctiva and meibomian gland, enhancing understanding of these processes in both physiological and disease states.
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Funder: Agence Nationale de la Recherche
OpenAlex ID: W4406861012