Definitions Flashcards
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Autocrine signalling
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when a cell releases signaling molecules (like hormones or growth factors) that bind to receptors on the same cell, triggering a response within that same cell. E.g promote growth, survival
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Paracrine signalling
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when a cell releases signaling molecules that affect nearby target cells within the same tissue or a localized area
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PMN
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Histologic chorioamnionitis
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Maternally derived neutrophils migrated from decidua (not usually present in chorioamniotic membrane)
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Funisitis
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Inflammation of umbilical cord. infiltrating neutrophils of fetal origin
