Alarmins and antimicrobial immunity

Med Mycol. 2009;47 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):S146-53. doi: 10.1080/13693780902721416. Epub 2009 Feb 27.

Abstract

Alarmins are endogenous mediators capable of enhancing innate and adaptive immune response through induction of concomitant recruitment and activation of antigen-presenting cells. Here we provide a brief overview of various alarmins, highlight their critical roles in innate and adaptive antimicrobial immunity, and speculate on potential usage of alarmins in combating aspergillosis.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Aspergillosis / drug therapy
  • Communicable Diseases / immunology*
  • Humans
  • Immunologic Factors / immunology*

Substances

  • Immunologic Factors