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The cellular localization and specific expression of TR3 mRNA in rat testis were investigated by the method of immuno- histochemistry andin situ hybridization. It was demonstrated that orphan receptor TR3 was expressed in a significant amount in rat testis and TR3 protein and mRNA were specifically localized in germ cells, suggesting that TR3 may have an important function in regulating rat germ cell development.
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Mu, X., Liu, Y. Localization and expression of TR3 orphan receptor protein and its mRNA in rat. Chin. Sci. Bull. 43, 146–149 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02883930
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