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Targeting eosinophil biology in asthma therapy.
American journal of respiratory cell and molecular biology - 1 Oct 2011
Wegmann Michael
Abstract excerpt
Due to their role as main effector cells in immune reactions against invading parasites, eosinophils have a plethora of molecules available to destroy these complex pathogens. Their role in allergic diseases such as bronchial asthma, where they do not have to conquer pathogens, is discussed controversially. However, since eosinophils were identified by Paul Ehrlich in tissue and sputum of patients with asthma, it...
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