Lactoferrin as a natural immune modulator

Lactoferrin, an iron-binding glycoprotein, is a cell-secreted mediator that bridges innate and adaptive immune function in mammals. It is a pleiotropic molecule that directly assists in the influence of presenting cells for the development of T-helper cell polarization. The aim of this review is to provide an overview of research regarding the role of lactoferrin in maintaining immune homeostasis, in particular as a mediator of immune responses to infectious assault, trauma and injury. These findings are critically relevant in the development of both prophylactic and therapeutic interventions in humans. Understanding these particular effects of lactoferrin will provide a logical framework for determining its role in health and disease.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2009

Erschienen:

2009

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:15

Enthalten in:

Current pharmaceutical design - 15(2009), 17 vom: 23., Seite 1956-73

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Actor, Jeffrey K [VerfasserIn]
Hwang, Shen-An [VerfasserIn]
Kruzel, Marian L [VerfasserIn]

Themen:

EC 3.4.21.-
Immunologic Factors
Journal Article
Lactoferrin
Lactoferrin receptors
Receptors, Cell Surface
Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Review

Anmerkungen:

Date Completed 10.09.2009

Date Revised 18.03.2024

published: Print

Citation Status MEDLINE

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM189222476