Comparative Transcriptomics of Three Hirudo Species
Cross-species salivary gland gene expression revealing conserved and divergent bioactive pathways
Resumen
Comparative transcriptomic analysis of salivary gland cells from three Hirudo species (H. medicinalis, H. verbana, H. orientalis). Identified conserved core bioactive gene families shared across species and species-specific transcript variants, providing insight into the evolution of the leech salivary pharmacopeia.
Por qué esto importa para la hirudoterapia
Clinically important because H. verbana is the predominant species used in Western medical practice while most historical research focused on H. medicinalis. Understanding which bioactive pathways are conserved vs. divergent helps validate cross-species extrapolation of clinical evidence.
Citación
Comparative Transcriptomics of Three Hirudo Species: Insights into Evolution of Salivary Proteins
Babenko VV et al. · BMC Genomics, 2020
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Añadido a la biblioteca ASH: March 18, 2026 · Última actualización del sitio: March 18, 2026