Vascular neuropeptide Y contributes to atherosclerotic plaque progression and perivascular mast cell activation

Neuropeptide Y is an abundantly expressed neurotransmitter capable of modulating both immune and metabolic responses related to the development of atherosclerosis. NPY receptors are expressed by a number of vascular wall cell types, among which mast cells. However, the direct effects of NPY on ather...

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