Functions of tonsils in the mucosal immune system of the upper respiratory tract using a novel animal model, Suncus murinus

Conclusion. The human palatine tonsils and the nasopharyngeal tonsil were considered the defense mechanism against ingested or inhaled foreign pathogens. The current findings suggest that the tubal tonsils possess abilities of active transportation of foreign antigens, and will act as inductive and...

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