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IL-4 and human skin mast cells revisited: reinforcement of a pro-allergic phenotype upon prolonged exposure.
Archives of dermatological research - 1 Nov 2016
Babina Magda, Guhl Sven, Artuc Metin, Zuberbier Torsten
Abstract excerpt
Mast cells (MCs), unique cellular elements of the body, are commonly associated with IgE-mediated reactions and manifestations of Th2-type immunity. A key characteristic of the lineage is its heterogeneity, with subsets displaying significant variation depending on maturation stage, species, tissue, microenvironment and other. Heterogeneity also affects MC responses to extracellular cues. Indeed, IL-4, the...
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