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Nontypeable Haemophilus influenzae Activates Human Eosinophils through β-Glucan Receptors
14 Apr 2003
Abstract excerpt
Eosinophils are a characteristic component of the inflammatory response seen in several diseases, including allergic asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. After activation, eosinophil-derived products may exert proinflammatory effects and cause considerable tissue damage. In the present study, we investigated innate interactions between the respiratory tract pathogen nontypeable Haemophilus influenzae...
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