Immunomodulatory Effects of 17β-Estradiol on Epithelial Cells during Bacterial Infections

The innate immune system can function under hormonal control. 17β-Estradiol (E2) is an important sexual hormone for the reproductive cycle of mammals, and it has immunomodulatory effects on epithelial cells, which are the first line of defense against incoming bacteria. E2 regulates various pathophy...

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Main Authors: Ivan Medina-Estrada, Nayeli Alva-Murillo, Joel E. López-Meza, Alejandra Ochoa-Zarzosa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2018-01-01
Series:Journal of Immunology Research
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/6098961
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