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    GlossaryCellular Retinoic Acid-Binding Protein 2

    protein that regulates retinoic acid's effects in cells

    Cellular Retinoic Acid-Binding Protein 2 (CRABP2) is a protein that binds to retinoic acid, a derivative of vitamin A, and helps regulate its availability and activity within cells. This protein plays a crucial role in cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis, making it important in processes like skin health and hair growth.

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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 2 years ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.