WNT signaling is crucial for the development of organisms and the maintenance of tissue homeostasis, since the WNT messengers are involved in a variety of cellular functions. In skeletal muscle, for example, they can increase muscle mass and improve regeneration. This is an important entry point for therapies to treat diseases associated with reduced muscle mass, such as cachexia.
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Source: Phys.org