Endothelial Cells and Cardiovascular Disease
Endothelial cells line the blood and lymphatic vessels of the body. They do much more than simply function as a lining, however. Endothelial cells are critical for maintenance of vessel…
Endothelial Cells: Master Regulators of Vascular Function
Endothelial cells line blood vessels and are crucial for maintaining proper vessel homeostasis and blood flow. They are essential for regulating thrombosis (blood clotting), vessel growth, and angiogenesis (formation of…
Human Endothelial Cells Use in Research
The Circulation System and Endothelial Cell Function A healthy circulation system is critical for normal physiological function; Arteries, veins, and, capillaries transverse the body providing an essential blood supply to…
Endothelial Cells: the Good, the Bad, and the Source
The Good: Endothelial cells make up the inner lining of blood and lymphatic vessels. Vascular endothelial cells specifically line the entire circulatory system including small blood vessels (microvascular), large blood vessels…