American researchers were able to identify a protein that is responsible for the occurrence of kidney fibrosis, leading to kidney failure.

The basis of the experiments of scientists was the study of a similar disease in rodents. When analyzing diseased animals, HIPK2 protein was detected, which was particularly active in unhealthy mice.

Experts have found that the protein found can participate in the process of regulation of a certain group of genes. During the high activity of HIPK2 and there is a development of renal failure. Researchers from America tried to remove the identified protein, which led to a significant improvement in the state of rodents.

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