Neutrophil extracellular traps
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neutrophil-extracellular-traps-301-14919925
title:
Neutrophil extracellular traps
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Neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) are networks of extracellular fibers, primarily composed of DNA from neutrophils, which bind pathogens. Neutrophils are the immune system's first line of defense against infection and have conventionally been thought to kill invading pathogens through two strategies: engulfment of microbes and secretion of anti-microbials. In 2004, a novel third function was identified: formation of NETs. NETs allow neutrophils to kill extracellular pathogens while minimizin
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Networks of fibres which bind pathogens
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neutrophil_extracellular_traps
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2024-02-20T15:40:20Z
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