The human microglial HMC3 cell line: where do we stand? A systematic literature review

Abstract Microglia, unique myeloid cells residing in the brain parenchyma, represent the first line of immune defense within the central nervous system. In addition to their immune functions, microglial cells play an important role in other cerebral processes, including the regulation of synaptic ar...

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Main Authors: Cinzia Dello Russo, Natalia Cappoli, Isabella Coletta, Daniele Mezzogori, Fabiola Paciello, Giacomo Pozzoli, Pierluigi Navarra, Alessandra Battaglia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:Journal of Neuroinflammation
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12974-018-1288-0