Erythrocytes: Member of the immune system that should not be ignored.
Crit Rev Oncol Hematol
; 187: 104039, 2023 Jul.
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in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-2328186
ABSTRACT
Erythrocytes are the most abundant type of cells in the blood and have a relatively simple structure when mature; they have a long life-span in the circulatory system. The primary function of erythrocytes is as oxygen carriers; however, they also play an important role in the immune system. Erythrocytes recognize and adhere to antigens and promote phagocytosis. The abnormal morphology and function of erythrocytes are also involved in the pathological processes of some diseases. Owing to the large number and immune properties of erythrocytes, their immune functions should not be ignored. Currently, research on immunity is focused on immune cells other than erythrocytes. However, research on the immune function of erythrocytes and the development of erythrocyte-mediated applications is of great significance. Therefore, we aimed to review the relevant literature and summarize the immune functions of erythrocytes.
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Main subject:
Erythrocytes
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Immune System
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Crit Rev Oncol Hematol
Journal subject:
Hematology
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Neoplasms
Year:
2023
Document Type:
Article
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