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dendritic cell
(redirected from Plasmacytoid dendritic cell)

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dendritic cell [den′drid·ik ¦sel]
(cell and molecular biology)
A specialized cell of the lymphoid reticuloendothelial system that presents antigens for detection by lymphocytes.


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The study focuses on plasmacytoid dendritic cells (pDCs), which are "first responders" in the immune system.
Other subjects discussed include innate immune activation and regulation of plasmacytoid dendritic cells, innate antiviral immune sensors, and the role of platelets in defense against Aspergilli.
] hematodermic neoplasm because of its derivation from a plasmacytoid dendritic cell precursor.
 
 
 
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