Understanding the Role of Estrogen in the Mucosal Immune Response

Authors

Youna Choi, Brigham Young University
Dr. Eric Wilson, Brigham Young University

Keywords

estrogen, mucosal immune response, antigens

College

Life Sciences

Department

Microbiology and Molecular Biology

Abstract

Most antigens (foreign substances) enter an organism via mucosal surfaces. Thus, understanding the mechanisms involved in immune protection at these surfaces is of paramount importance. Immune responses are highly dependent on homing mechanisms responsible for directing lymphocyte (white blood cell) migration and accumulation at target tissues. Estrogen control of lymphocyte homing within the uterus has recently been established (2).

Recommended Citation

Choi, Youna and Wilson, Dr. Eric (2015) "Understanding the Role of Estrogen in the Mucosal Immune Response," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2015: Iss. 1, Article 133.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2015/iss1/133