Differential binding of IgG and IgA to mucus of the female reproductive tract.
Cells of the endocervix are responsible for the secretion of mucins, which provide an additional layer of protection to the female reproductive tract (FRT). This barrier is likely fortified with IgA as has previously been shown in the gastrointestinal tract and lungs of mice. Mucus associated IgA ca...
Main Authors: | Kelly M Fahrbach, Olga Malykhina, Daniel J Stieh, Thomas J Hope |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2013-01-01
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Series: | PLoS ONE |
Online Access: | http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3788792?pdf=render |
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