| Literature DB >> 1365532 |
Abstract
Phagocytosis is an essential component of host defense against invading pathogens. Although many cell types can ingest particulate material, "professional phagocytes" perform this function much more efficiently than other cells because they express unique membrane proteins and signal transduction mechanisms. This review addresses the current state of knowledge about the process of phagocytosis and its regulation.Mesh:
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Year: 1992 PMID: 1365532
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Infect Agents Dis ISSN: 1056-2044