Nerve growth factor – its role in asthma and allergic reactions

<p><strong>Background:</strong> Nerve growth factor (NGF) plays an important role in the growth, differentiation and survival of peripheral and central neurons. Beside neurotrophic activity, NGF exerts several effects on the cells of immune system. Recent studies have demonstrated...

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Main Authors: Mateja Štempelj, Ilonka Ferjan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Slovenian Medical Association 2005-05-01
Series:Zdravniški Vestnik
Subjects:
NGF
Online Access:http://vestnik.szd.si/index.php/ZdravVest/article/view/2113