Expression and Potential Function of Rho Family Small G Proteins in Cells of the Mammalian Seminiferous Epithelium
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-2009
Abstract
Dynamic cellular rearrangements involving the actin cytoskeleton are required of both Sertoli and germ cells during spermatogenesis. Rho family small G proteins have been implicated in the control of the actin cytoskeleton in numerous cell types. Therefore, RhoA and Rac1 were investigated in Sertoli and germ cells. RhoA and Rac1 have been detected at both the mRNA and protein levels in these cells. In addition, Sertoli cell L-selectin is shown to interact with actin binding proteins, potentially providing a link between L-selectin and Rac1 signaling. Finally, inactivation of Sertoli cell Rho family proteins yields disruption of the actin cytoskeleton.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/15419060216016
Publication Information
Freeman, Edward A.; Jani, Purnima; and Millette, Clarke F. (2009). "Expression and Potential Function of Rho Family Small G Proteins in Cells of the Mammalian Seminiferous Epithelium." Cell Communication & Adhesion 9.4, 189-204.
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