MACROPHAGES AND CHRONIC INFLAMMATION Flashcards
1
Q
Which types of cells are involved in the chronic inflammation?
A
Macrophages and lymphocytes.
Differences with the acute inflammation.
2
Q
Role of macrophages in acute inflammation and in chronic inflammation
A
Acute: phagocytosis and tissue repair.
Chronic: release toxic molecules that lead to tissue damage, tissue repair (fibrosis) and granuloma formation (ex. Tuberculosis).
3
Q
T cells and macrophage interaction
A
Macrophage polarization and cross-presentation of the antigens.
