Web-like structures produced by neutrophils (IMAGE)

University of Turku

Web-like structures produced by neutrophils

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The light-coloured structures visible in the microscopic image are the web-like structures produced by neutrophils to destroy and trap pathogens.

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Julian Hofmann, University of Turku

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