Actions of Retinoic Acid in the Pathophysiology of HIV Infection
The vitamin A metabolite all-trans retinoic acid (RA) plays a key role in tissue homeostasis and mucosal immunity. RA is produced by gut-associated dendritic cells, which are among the first cells encountered by HIV. Acute HIV infection results in rapid reduction of RA levels and dysregulation of im...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-04-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/8/1611 |