Human platelets and megakaryocytes express defensin alpha 1
Platelets are anucleate cells that have a role in several innate immune functions, including the secretion of proteins with antimicrobial activity. Several studies have demonstrated the ability of platelets to secrete thrombin-induced platelet microbicidal proteins and antimicrobial peptides, like h...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2020-04-01
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Series: | Platelets |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09537104.2019.1615612 |