Mast cell synapses and exosomes: membrane contacts for information exchange

In addition to their central role in allergy, mast cells are involved in a wide variety of cellular interactions during homeostasis and disease. In this review, we discuss the ability of mast cells to extend their mechanisms for intercellular communication beyond the release of soluble mediators. T...

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Main Authors: Amanda eCarroll-Portillo, Zurab eSurviladze, Alessandra eCambi, Diane S. Lidke, Bridget S eWilson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2012-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fimmu.2012.00046/full