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Influence of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator on expression of lipid metabolism-related genes in dendritic cells.
Respiratory research - 3 Apr 2009
Xu Yaqin, Tertilt Christine, Krause Anja, Quadri Luis E N, Crystal Ronald G, Worgall Stefan
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Cystic fibrosis (CF) is caused by mutations in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene. Infections of the respiratory tract are a hallmark in CF. The host immune responses in CF are not adequate to eradicate pathogens, such as P. aeruginosa. Dendritic cells (DC) are crucial in initiation and regulation of immune responses. Changes in DC function could contribute to abnormal...
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