The Role of Cdk2ap1 in Early Embryo Development
Author Information
Author(s): Kim Yong, McBride Jim, Kimlin Lauren, Pae Eung-Kwon, Deshpande Amit, Wong David T.
Primary Institution: University of California Los Angeles
Hypothesis
Cdk2ap1 is essential for early embryonic development and craniofacial morphogenesis.
Conclusion
The study demonstrates that the targeted disruption of Cdk2ap1 leads to early embryonic lethality and craniofacial defects.
Supporting Evidence
- The knockout of Cdk2ap1 resulted in a high rate of embryonic lethality.
- Surviving homozygous knockout mice exhibited craniofacial defects.
- Transgenic rescue improved the survival rate of homozygous knockout mice.
- Analysis showed that Cdk2ap1 is essential for proper embryonic development.
Takeaway
Cdk2ap1 is a gene that helps embryos grow properly, and when it's missing, the embryos can die or have facial problems.
Methodology
The study used knockout mice to investigate the role of Cdk2ap1 in embryonic development through timed pregnancy analysis and transgenic rescue experiments.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the selective breeding and genotyping processes involved in generating knockout mice.
Limitations
The study was limited by the low number of surviving homozygous knockout mice, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
Mice were used in the study, specifically Cdk2ap1 knockout and transgenic mice.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.5%
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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