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Receptors, Pattern Recognition  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A large family of cell surface receptors that bind conserved molecular structures (PAMPS) present in pathogens. They play important roles in host defense by mediating cellular responses to pathogens.

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Entry terms

  • Pattern Recognition Receptor
  • Pattern Recognition Receptors

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-VQB3CKXC-F

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