Abstract
Background: Lysophosphatidic acid (LPA) is a bioactive lipid with pleiotropic activities due to activation of six receptors (LPA1-6). Results: Genetic deletion and pharmacological blockade of LPA1 inhibit differentiation and bone degradation activity of osteoclasts. Conclusion: LPA controls bone homeostasis through the activation of LPA1 expressed by osteoclasts. Significance: LPA1 is a new therapeutic target of diseases with excess bone degradation. © 2014 by The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Inc.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 6551-6564 |
Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
Volume | 289 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 7 Mar 2014 |