| Literature DB >> 15624439 |
Andreas Beilhack1, Stanley G Rockson.
Abstract
The efficient function of the immune system necessitates the complex interaction of antigens, antigen-presenting cells, and cell populations that modulate, regulate and effectuate the immune response. In order to overcome the spatial limitations that are imposed by the constraints of the system, the immune system has evolved a dependence upon the lymphatic vasculature to serve the biological needs of immune trafficking. This review will focus upon useful ex vivo and intact animal models that possess the ability to provide valuable information about leukocyte trafficking.Mesh:
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Year: 2003 PMID: 15624439 DOI: 10.1089/153968503768330256
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Lymphat Res Biol ISSN: 1539-6851 Impact factor: 2.589