Immunzelladhäsion
Immunzelladhäsion refers to the process by which immune cells, such as lymphocytes, monocytes, and neutrophils, attach to other cells or to the extracellular matrix. This adhesion is crucial for a variety of immune functions, including cell trafficking, immune surveillance, and the effector phase of an immune response. It is mediated by specific molecules on the surface of immune cells called adhesion molecules, which interact with complementary molecules on target cells or the surrounding tissue.
Key classes of adhesion molecules involved in immunzelladhäsion include selectins, integrins, and the immunoglobulin superfamily. Selectins,
The regulation of immunzelladhäsion is highly dynamic and influenced by inflammatory signals. Cytokines and chemokines can