Interferon-γ acts as a regulator in the trade-off between phagocytosis and production performance in dwarf chickens
Abstract Background Interferon-γ (IFN-γ) is critical for innate and adaptive immunity against viral and bacterial infections. IFN-γ reportedly affects the phagocytic ability of monocytes and macrophages as well as regulates pituitary function in humans and mice. The present study analyzed the impact...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-05-01
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Series: | Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40104-018-0256-y |