The Neural Crest Pitches In to Remove Apoptotic Debris.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
In this issue of Cell, Zhu et al. show that in the developing zebrafish, neural crest cells can act as professional phagocytes and directionally approach apoptotic cells to clear the larval nervous system from cell debris.
Medical subject headings
- Neural Crest
- Zebrafish Proteins