Invariant Natural Killer T lymphocytes as natural sensors for microbes: a two-edged sword in liver diseases

The liver is a complex immunological organ characterized by a dual blood supply from the hepatic artery and portal vein, which continuously exposes it to microbial and dietary antigens, as well as potential pathogens that gain access to the circulation. This characteristic renders the liver particul...

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Published in:Frontiers in Immunology
Main Authors: Michelangelo Bauwelz Gonzatti, Alexandre Castro Keller
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-10-01
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2025.1662906/full