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Platelet-activating factor (PAF) as a mediator of neutrophil-platelet interactions in inflammation

  • Proceedings of the 3rd European Workshop on Inflammation, Paris, 2–3 March 1981
  • Phospholipase: Role in Cellular Activation
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The role of the platelet-neutrophil interaction in inflammation is discussed, as mediated by PAF released from neutrophils. Data fromin vivo andin vitro studies suggest that PAF is intimately involved in multiple interactions between neurophils and platelets.

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  1. Department of Pediatrics, National Jewish Hospital and Research Center/National Asthma Center, 3800 E. Colfax Avenue, 80206, Denver, CO

    Peter M. Henson

  2. Departments of Pathology and Medicine, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, 4200 E. 9th Avenue, 80262, Denver, CO, USA

    Peter M. Henson

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Henson, P.M. Platelet-activating factor (PAF) as a mediator of neutrophil-platelet interactions in inflammation. Agents and Actions 11, 545–547 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01978732

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