The macrophage scavenger receptor CD163
The macrophage scavenger receptor CD163
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DOI:
10.1016/j.imbio.2005.05.010
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发表时间:
2005-01-01
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影响因子:
2.8
通讯作者:
van den Berg, TK
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作者:
Fabriek, BO;Dijkstra, CD;van den Berg, TK
Mature tissue macrophages form a first line of defense to recognize and eliminate potential pathogens; these specialized cells are capable of phagocytosis, degradation of self and foreign materials, establishment of cell-cell interactions, and the production of inflammatory mediators. Mature tissue macrophages express a variety of receptors, including the scavenger receptor cystein-rich (SRCR) superfamily members. CD163 is a member of the SRCR family class B and is expressed on most subpopulations of mature tissue macrophages. The best characterized function of CD163, which is essentially a homeostatic one, is related to the binding of Hemoglobin: Haptoglobin complexes. Furthermore, it has been suggested that CD 163 positive macrophages or the soluble form of CD 163 plays a role in the resolution of inflammation, as they are found in high numbers in inflamed tissue. (C) 2005 Elsevier GmbH. All rights reserved.