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Structural properties of Eln+/+ and Eln+/− mesenteric arteries
| Parameter | Eln+/+ | Eln+/− |
|---|---|---|
| No. of arteries | 14 | 12 |
| Lumen diameter, μm | 171 ± 15 | 193 ± 9 |
| Outer diameter, μm | 196 ± 16 | 216 ± 9 |
| Wall thickness, μm | 13.0 ± 0.8 | 11.2 ± 0.5 |
| Cross-sectional area, ×1,000 μm2 | 7.9 ± 1.0 | 7.3 ± 0.6 |
Data are means ± SE. Eln+/+, mice with wild-type elastin (Eln); Eln+/−, Eln heterozygous mice.
