Kicking Out Pathogens in Exosomes.
basic_science · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.cell.2015.05.040.
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Abstract
Host-pathogen interactions involve a series of attacks and counter-attacks. Miao et al. show that, although some invading bacteria can take shelter in lysosomes by neutralizing their pH, this respite is temporary, as host cells can expel them in exosomes.
Medical subject headings
- Escherichia coli Infections
- Lysosomes
- TRPC Cation Channels
- Transient Receptor Potential Channels
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Uropathogenic Escherichia coli