SP-A and SP-D: Dual Functioning Immune Molecules With Antiviral and Immunomodulatory Properties
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DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2020.622598
Abstract: Surfactant proteins A (SP-A) and D (SP-D) are soluble innate immune molecules which maintain lung homeostasis through their dual roles as anti-infectious and immunomodulatory agents. SP-A and SP-D bind numerous viruses including influenza A virus,… read more here.
Keywords: functioning immune; molecules antiviral; immune molecules; immunomodulatory ... See more keywords
The Role of Minerals in the Optimal Functioning of the Immune System
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DOI: 10.3390/nu14030644
Abstract: Minerals fulfil a wide variety of functions in the optimal functioning of the immune system. This review reports on the minerals that are essential for the immune system’s function and inflammation regulation. We also discuss… read more here.
Keywords: functioning immune; system; supply minerals; optimal functioning ... See more keywords
The Influence of Bee Venom Melittin on the Functioning of the Immune System and the Contractile Activity of the Insect Heart—A Preliminary Study
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DOI: 10.3390/toxins11090494
Abstract: Melittin (MEL) is a basic polypeptide originally purified from honeybee venom. MEL exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activity. However, almost all studies on MEL activity have been carried out on vertebrate models or cell… read more here.
Keywords: heart; functioning immune; contractile activity; melittin ... See more keywords