Pax7

Pax7 is a protein that plays a crucial role in muscle development and growth. It acts as a marker to identify specific stem cells called satellite cells, which are responsible for repairing and regenerating injured or aging muscle tissue. When muscles need to heal or grow, Pax7 helps activate these satellite cells, guiding them to become new muscle fibers. Understanding Pax7 is important for developing treatments for muscle injuries, degenerative diseases, and aging-related muscle loss, as it is key to harnessing the body’s natural ability to repair and maintain healthy muscles.