Regulation of Neutrophil Survival/Apoptosis by Mcl-1
Neutrophil granulocytes have the shortest lifespan among leukocytes in the circulation and die via apoptosis. At sites of infection or tissue injury, prolongation of neutrophil lifespan is critical for effective host defense. Apoptosis of inflammatory neutrophils and their clearance are critical con...
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Format: | Online |
Language: | English |
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TheScientificWorldJOURNAL
2011
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Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3217587/ |