B cell precursors are targets for Salmonella infection

Microb Pathog. 2009 Jul;47(1):52-6. doi: 10.1016/j.micpath.2009.04.005. Epub 2009 Apr 19.

Abstract

We previously reported that, in mice, B cells are a reservoir for bacteria during Salmonella infection. Here, we show that, within the bone marrow, B cells and their precursors are targeted for infection by Salmonella enterica serovar typhimurium. Our data suggest that B cells within the bone marrow may be a bacterial niche during chronic Salmonella infection.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Colony Count, Microbial
  • Mice
  • Mice, Inbred BALB C
  • Precursor Cells, B-Lymphoid / microbiology*
  • Salmonella Infections, Animal / microbiology*
  • Salmonella Infections, Animal / pathology*
  • Salmonella typhimurium / pathogenicity*