Induction of mast cell accumulation, histamine release and skin edema by N49 phospholipase A<sub>2</sub>

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>It has been recognized that phospholipase A<sub>2 </sub>(PLA<sub>2</sub>) is a crucial component of snake venom, which contributes greatly to snake venom induced inflammation in man. However, the mechanisms th...

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Main Authors: Mo Ya-Zhen, Wei Xiao-Long, Wei Ji-Fu, He Shao-Heng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-04-01
Series:BMC Immunology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2172/10/21