Chapter 23.3, Problem 1TQ

Summary Introduction

To review:

The bacterial structure that might blunt the microbial effect of neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs).

Introdu ction:

Neutrophils are the major constituent of polymorphonuclear leukocytes that form a part of the innate immune system. A neutrophil can engulf and ensure bacterial pathogens by a unique mechanism creating a large trap. Once trapped, the neutrophil can destroy the pathogenic microbe.