Innate Immunity Module summary Flashcards
1
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Key cells
A
-Phagocytic cells
(neutrophils, macrophages, DCs)
-Antigen-presenting cells (macrophages, DCs)
-Innate lymphoid cells & NK cells
2
Q
Key tissues
A
-Epithelial barriers & mucosa
-Liver – site of production of acute phase proteins, complement proteins
-Endothelium of blood vessels
3
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Key molecules
A
-Complement
-Cytokines
4
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Key concepts
A
-Phagocytosis
-Migration
-Pattern recognition (PAMPs & PRRs)
-Signaling pathway
-Effects of cytokine secretion
