Chapter 13

Neutrophils: Biological Properties and Role in Health and Allergic Diseases

Alison M. Condliffe

Alison M. Condliffe

Respiratory Medicine Unit, Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine, Addenbrooke's and Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, UK

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Andrew S. Cowburn

Andrew S. Cowburn

Respiratory Medicine Unit, Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine, Addenbrooke's and Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, UK

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Edwin R. Chilvers

Edwin R. Chilvers

Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK

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First published: 25 July 2008

Summary

This chapter contains sections titled:

  • Introduction

  • Neutrophil structure

  • Neutrophil origin, maturation, and bone marrow release

  • Neutrophil kinetics

  • Physiologic role of the neutrophil

  • Neutrophil recruitment to inflamed sites

  • Neutrophil activation

  • Neutrophil deactivation and removal

  • Neutrophils in disease

  • References

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