Macropinocytosis is decreased in diabetic mouse macrophages and is regulated by AMPK

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Macrophages (MΦs) utilize macropinocytosis to integrate immune and metabolic signals in order to initiate an effective immune response. Diabetes is characterized by metabolic abnormalities and altered immune function. Here we examine...

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Main Authors: Chakour Kenneth S, Guest Christopher B, Freund Gregory G
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-07-01
Series:BMC Immunology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2172/9/42