VEGFR2-luc
(Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptor-2)
Application to wound healing and burn injury:
Can be used to monitor vascular remodeling and angiogenesis. Shown to be up-regulated following cutaneous wound injury with a peak ~7-10 days.
References (Selected applications):
1. Zhang N, Fang Z, Contag PR, Purchio AF, West D, Blood. 2004 Jan 15;103(2):617-26. Epub 2003 Sep 25.
Pubmed link (14512298)
Background Strain: FVB/N