The role of cytokines in host defence against Entamoeba histolytica /

Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite and the causative agent of amoebiasis. While infection is associated with suppression of cell-mediated, immunity, drug-cured patients are resistant to reinvasion by amoebae. Macrophages are the principal effector cells in host defence against E. histolyt...

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Main Author: Campbell, John Darren.
Other Authors: Chadee, K. (advisor)
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: McGill University 1998
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Online Access:http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=35859