plasmablastor

Plasmablastor is a fictional cell type described in science fiction and speculative biology contexts. It is depicted as an effector immune cell that extends the capabilities of normal plasmablasts by enabling rapid antibody production and genetic material transfer.

In-universe biology: Plasmablastors are said to originate from plasmablasts during intense antigen exposure. They proliferate quickly, secrete antibodies at high rates, and can form synaptic networks with neighboring cells to distribute plasmid vectors and immune signals. They are typically described as having a highly secretory cytoplasm, abundant endoplasmic reticulum, and specialized vesicles.

Genomic and molecular features: In fiction, they express a composite receptor set and can incorporate exogenous plasmids via cell-to-cell transfer or vesicle-mediated delivery. This allows simulated immune response amplification and potential gene therapy applications within the story world.

Discovery and portrayal: The concept first appeared in mid-21st-century speculative biology writings and has since appeared in novels and media set in futuristic settings. Debates in-universe address ethics of enhanced immune systems and manipulation of plasmablastors for therapy.

Note: Plasmablastor is not a real biological cell type; there is no scientific consensus or evidence for its existence outside fiction.