| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6115153 | Current Opinion in Immunology | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Vagina is lined with stratified squamous epithelia with mucus and unique flora. ⺠Vaginal epithelial cells and innate leukocytes provide the first line of cellular defense. ⺠Local antibodies and T cells provide long-term protection in the vagina. ⺠Vagina entry and residency by effector T cells require unique homing properties. ⺠Long-term tissue-resident memory T cells are key for efficient vaccine.
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Authors
Yosuke Kumamoto, Akiko Iwasaki,