IgE receptors on phagocytic cells and immune response to schistosome infection

Capron, M.; Capron, A.; Joseph, M.; Verwaerde, C.

Monographs in Allergy 18: 33-44

1983


ISSN/ISBN: 0077-0760
PMID: 6227818
Document Number: 219687
The known characteristics of IgE-dependent macrophage-mediated cytotoxicity are briefly summarized. Recent findings on eosinophil effector function, with special reference to Schistosoma mansoni infection, are discussed under the headings: role of anaphylactic antibodies; role of monoclonal antibodies; accessory role of mast cells; Fc receptors for IgE on eosinophils.

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