This study determines the phenotypic and functional characteristics that define distinct fibroblast-like synoviocyte (FLS) populations in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) vs psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Single Show more
This study determines the phenotypic and functional characteristics that define distinct fibroblast-like synoviocyte (FLS) populations in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) vs psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Single-cell RNA sequencing and multiparametric flow cytometry analysis (21 markers) were performed on RA and PsA synovial cell suspensions to determine FLS phenotype/function. Podoplanin (PDPN) Flow analysis of PDPN RA and PsA possess distinct FLS populations with unique functional and metabolic properties, which may facilitate improved understanding of disease pathogenesis and therapeutic response. Show less