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Salmonella-induced M-cell formation in germ-free mouse Peyer's patch tissue.
The American journal of pathology - 1 Jul 1991
Savidge T C, Smith M W, James P S, Aldred P
Abstract excerpt
M cells present in Peyer's patch tissue transport enteric antigens for presentation to underlying lymphoid tissue to initiate immune responses against intestinal infection. Present work investigates how interactions taking place between bacteria, epithelial cells, and immunocytes could contribute to initial detection and later elimination of enteric antigens. Oral infection of germ-free mice with Salmonella...
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