In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Macrophages 2. Types of Macrophages 3. Role in Immune Response. Definition of Macrophages: Macrophages are mononuclear phagocytic leucocytes that play important roles in adaptive as well as in innate immunities. They are the first line of defence against bacterial infections and are indispensable participants in the immunological defence by processing [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Cytokines 2. Nomenclature of Cytokines 3. General Characteristics 4. Receptors 5. Functional Categories 6. Related Diseases 7. Therapeutic Uses. Contents: Meaning of Cytokines Nomenclature of Cytokines General Characteristics of Cytokines Cytokines Receptors Functional Categories of Cytokines Cytokine-Related Diseases Therapeutic Uses of Cytokines and their Receptors 1. Meaning of Cytokines: Cytokines [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Adjuvants 2. Examples of Adjuvants 3. Activities. Meaning of Adjuvants: A substance, distinct from antigen that when mixed with an antigen and injected with it, enhances the immunogenicity of that antigen is called adjuvant (Latin: adjuvare means to help). If the amount of administered antigen is small or when antigen [...]