The Role of Zinc on Neutrophil Function,
Abstract
The availability of zinc within the body can modulate the functional activities of neutrophils, including their abilities to mobilize, to adhere to surfaces, to take up oxygen and particulate matter, and to kill microorganisms. Very low or very high zinc concentrations are detrimental to these functions. A physiologic control mechanism appears to help regulate plasma zinc concentrations in a manner that would improve neutrophil functions. The role of alkaline phosphatase, a neutrophilic zinc-metalloenzyme is still uncertain. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 24, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADA094638
Entities
People
- William R. Beisel
Organizations
- United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases