In vivo two-photon fluorescence microscopy opens a new area for investigation of the excretion of cationic drugs in the kidney.

Koepsell, H · Kidney Int · 2007

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

Polyspecific transporters mediate excretion and reabsorption of organic cations in kidney. With in vivo two-photon fluorescence microscopy, excretion and reabsorption of a fluorescent cation in rat renal proximal tubules was resolved. In combination with specific inhibitors, the contribution of individual cation transporters can be determined.

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