Macrophage Plasticity in Reproduction and Environmental Influences on Their Function

Macrophage Plasticity in Reproduction and Environmental Influences on Their Function

Macrophages are key components of the innate immune system and exhibit extensive plasticity and heterogeneity. They play a significant role in the non-pregnant cycling uterus and throughout gestation they contribute to various processes underpinning reproductive success including implantation, place...

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Main Authors: Megan Chambers, April Rees, James G. Cronin, Manju Nair, Nicholas Jones, Catherine A. Thornton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
Subjects:
macrophage plasticity
uterus
placenta
breast milk
infection
obesity
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2020.607328/full

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