Abstract
Phagocytosis is a phylogenetically ancient process by which eukaryotic cells engulf insoluble substances whose size exceeds approximately 0.5 μ m. The engulfment process requires the concerted action of several fundamental cellular pathways and is governed by multiple transmembrane signaling events. Here we focus on phagocytosis mediated by a well-studied class of phagocytic receptors that recognize the Fc portion of IgG (Fcγ Rs).
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 339-345 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Seminars in Immunology |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Actin
- Fcreceptors
- Syk
- Tyrosine kinase
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Immunology and Allergy
- Immunology