Neonatal Natural Killer Cell Function: Relevance to Antiviral Immune Defense

Neonates are particularly susceptible to various pathogens compared to adults, which is attributed in part to their immature innate and adaptive immunity. Natural killer cells provide first-line innate immune reactions against virus-infected cells without prior sensitization. This review updates phe...

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Main Authors: Yen-Chang Lee, Syh-Jae Lin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2013-01-01
Series:Clinical and Developmental Immunology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/427696
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