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Langerhans cell |
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Langerhans cell [′läŋ·ər‚hänz ‚sel] (histology) A type of cytotrophoblast in the human chorionic vesicle which is thought to secrete chorionic gonadotropin. A highly branched dendritic cell of the mammalian epidermis showing a lobulated nucleus and a diagnostic organelle resembling a tennis racket. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Histiocytosis X histogenetic arguments for a Langerhans cell origin. Earlier research had suggested that these Langerhans cells react with immune cells derived from the transplant and cause graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a dangerous complication in which donor immune cells attack the skin, liver, and gut. Langerhans cells are believed to be the agents of viral transmission between feeding sites of infected and noninfected co-feeding hard ticks (32,34). |
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