The Authors reviews the current state of our knowledge concerning the pigment cells of Amphibia and Reptilia livers. They state the following:that these cells are really resident macrophages of the liver (Kupffer cells); are able to synthesize melanosomes andmelanins; conclude their vital cycle by apoptosis and, due to their melanic content, they are able to scavenge the superoxide anion and to protect tissues against lipoperoxidation.
Rassegna sintetica sui macrofagi residenti del fegato (cellule di Kupffer) di Anfibi e Rettili e loro funzioni
SCALIA, Marina;
2002-01-01
Abstract
The Authors reviews the current state of our knowledge concerning the pigment cells of Amphibia and Reptilia livers. They state the following:that these cells are really resident macrophages of the liver (Kupffer cells); are able to synthesize melanosomes andmelanins; conclude their vital cycle by apoptosis and, due to their melanic content, they are able to scavenge the superoxide anion and to protect tissues against lipoperoxidation.File in questo prodotto:
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