PMP2 encodes a protein that transports fatty acids, which are the building blocks of the myelin sheath and known to be one of the most abundant proteins in peripheral nervous system myelin. (sciencedaily.com)
«Signposts to the muscles: Discovery of a key factor in development of peripheral nervous system.» (sciencedaily.com)
And there is the question of possible treatments, given the array of medical conditions including cardiovascular problems and hypertension associated with peripheral nervous system dysfunction in individuals with Down syndrome. (sciencedaily.com)