What Cells are Involved in the Inflammatory Response?
The key cellular players in inflammation include:
Neutrophils: The first responders that phagocytose pathogens and release enzymes. Macrophages: Engulf and digest cellular debris and microbes, and secrete cytokines to modulate the inflammatory response. Lymphocytes: Include T-cells and B-cells, which are crucial for adaptive immunity. Mast cells: Release histamine and other mediators that enhance vascular permeability.
