Figure 6.
Specific deletion of Prdm12 from POMC neurons impairs hypothalamic Pomc expression. Immunofluorescence performed in sagittal cryosections of E15.5 embryos using an anti-ACTH antibody in the mediobasal hypothalamic (Hyp) and Rathke's pouch (Rp) areas. POMCPrdm12KO embryos show less and very dim POMC neurons compared with Prdm12loxP/loxP controls whereas POMC cells in the future pituitary remain intact. Bottom, magnified views of the hypothalamic areas boxed in the figures above.