… To estimate the bacterial killing capacity of the oxidative host defense system, we measured
the survival of a range of S. aureus inocula (100–300,000 CFU) in the presence of SCN − …

… , whose involvement in host defense is well established. Severa1 lines of evidence support
the notion that plant defensins are important components of the defense system in plants as …

… by evolution into various molecular contexts in the various host defense systems. These
ancient components of innate defense have been preserved over millions of years of evolution …

… of the host immune system and mucosal defense mechanisms, intestinal ischemia, formula
feeding, and loss of intestinal epithelial barrier integrity. Conclusion: Host defenses and …

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… It is the intent of this review to provide a working model of this defense system as it operates
under both open and closed eye conditions, to provide evidence in support of this model as …

… between this parasite and host defense systems. The purpose of this … areas of Candida-host
defense system interactions which … It is therefore imperative to first review defense system …

… This response appears to have developed as a host defense system to limit the spread of
the pathogen. During infections, there is an interplay between blood coagulation, immune cells…

… are members of a family of collagenous host defense lectins, designated collectins. There is
… contribute to the efficiency of this defense system. Collectins may play particularly important …

… , causes a highly unusual host innate host response. It is an … gingivalis LPS modulates host
defenses in endothelial cells by … for the human innate host defense system, these unusual …