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Biomarkers & Inflammatory markers of atherosclerosis
As atherosclerosis is a complex inflammatory disease, there are many influential biomarkers that contribute to the disease’s progr
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25th Aug 2023
PCR : Types and Applications
PCR stands as a cornerstone in molecular biology, enabling scientists to magnify and analyze fragme
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23rd Aug 2023
Antibody Structure: Overview & Insights
Antibody Structu
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23rd Aug 2023
Cystic Fibrosis: Causes, Inheritance, Treatment and Diagnosis
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that impairs the body's abi
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22nd Aug 2023
The role of IFN gamma in inflammation, cancer and autoimmune disease
What are Interferons?
Interferons (IFN) are a family of cytokines which, upon secretion, play a central role in mediating the innate and adap
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22nd Aug 2023
Leukocytes : Basics to Diseases
Only 1% of our blood is made up of white blood cells, but they have a sign
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22nd Aug 2023
CXC Chemokine Family
In the realm of immunology, CXCL chemokines emerge as fascinating conductors. These small proteins, marked by their CXC motif, wield con
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15th Aug 2023
Mechanisms of HIV persistence during HAART
HIV Virus: Replication Cycle and Pathogenesis in absence of HAART
The human immunodeficiency vi
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15th Aug 2023
CXCL16 – Review
CXCL16
CXCL16, a unique member of the CXC chemokine family, stands at the crossroads of immune modulation and vascular biology. Initially di
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15th Aug 2023
Platelets : The Unassuming Heroes of Blood Circulation
Platelets, the tiny cellular fragments found in our blood, play a crucial
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10th Aug 2023
Macrophage, M1 & M2, Polarization and Function
What is a Macrophage?
Macrophages are indeed a type of phagocyte, responsible for engulfing and
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4th Aug 2023
Granulocytes Guide
Granulocytes
Granulocytes are a group of specialized white blood cells es
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2nd Aug 2023
Innate Immunity : The Body's First Line of Defence
Welcome to an exploration of t
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31st Jul 2023
Natural Killer Cells: A Guide
What are Natural Killer Cells?
Natural Killer (NK) cells are a vital subset of lymphocytes, bel
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28th Jul 2023
Monocytes: An Overview
Monocytes, as part of the inna
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27th Jul 2023
TNF cytokines and their Receptors
The human body is a complex and intricate system where various components work together to maintain
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27th Jul 2023
Myeloid Lineage: Pioneers of Immune Cell Production
Myeloid lineage plays a crucial role in the immune system and hematopoiesis, encompassing various c
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25th Jul 2023
Interleukin-8 signalling
IL-8 Overview
Interleukin-8 (IL-8), also known as CXCL8, was discovered over 30 years ago as a small molecule that could
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23rd Jul 2023
Neuroimmunology: The Immune System of the CNS
What is Neuroimmunology?
Neuroimmunology is a multidisciplinary scientific field dedicated to i
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21st Jul 2023
Fibroblast Markers
Fibroblasts, essential components of connective tissues, play vital roles in maintaining tissue str
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20th Jul 2023
A Quick Guide to Myelin
The myelin sheath is an insulating layer around nerve cells. It is made up of a substance called myelin, which is produced by special cells called olig
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19th Jul 2023
An Overview of the glycoprotein GM-CSF
This article breaks down the glycoprotein Granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) detailing its structure, function and therapeutic uses. It also describes its role in imm
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18th Jul 2023
T cell Immunophenotyping - A Guide
T lymphocytes are type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system. There are many different types of T cells, and it is importa
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18th Jul 2023
Comprehensive Guide to Mononuclear Cells
Mononuclear cells, as the name suggests, refer to a group of white blood cells characterized by the
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17th Jul 2023