Leptin and Mucosal Immunity
Enhanced susceptibility to infection has long been recognized in children with congenital deficiency of leptin or its receptor. Studies in mice have demonstrated that leptin deficiency affects both the innate and acquired immune systems. Here we review recent studies that demonstrate the impact on i...
Main Authors: | Mackey-Lawrence, Nicole M., Petri, William A. |
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Format: | Online |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2012
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Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3425733/ |
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