Cyclic GMP protects human macrophages against peroxynitrite-induced apoptosis
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Nitric oxide (NO) can be both pro- and anti-apoptotic in various cell types, including macrophages. This apparent paradox may result from the actions of NO-related species generated in the microenvironment of the cell, for example th...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2009-05-01
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Series: | Journal of Inflammation |
Online Access: | http://www.journal-inflammation.com/content/6/1/14 |