Moreover, the loss of villi and stem cells in mice or organoids with constant or increased RANK activity suggests that other signals and/or local stem-cell niches must have a role in pregnancy ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Intestinal villi (singular: villus)are tiny, finger-like projections that line the ...

In a mouse with a functioning stem cell niche, the large intestine consists of numerous villi and crypts. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases ...