Unique T cells with unconventional cytokine profiles induced in the livers of mice during Schistosoma mansoni infection.

During infection with Schistosoma, serious hepatic disorders are induced in the host. The liver possesses unique immune systems composed of specialized cells that differ from those of other immune competent organs or tissues. Host immune responses change dramatically during Schistosoma mansoni infec...

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Main Authors: Keishi Adachi, Yoshio Osada, Risa Nakamura, Koji Tamada, Shinjiro Hamano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3865148?pdf=render