effector
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- noun
- /ɪˈfɛktər/
- Specialized
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efector
- A better understanding of the effector mechanisms of type 2 immunity has led to the development of more targeted therapies.
- effector function
- effector cell
Examples
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Finally, neutrophils support differentiation and maturation of natural killer (NK) cells, an innate effector cell type with potent cytotoxic functions during type 1 responses.
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Cytokines mediate a wide variety of immunologic actions and are key effectors in the pathogenesis of several human autoimmune diseases.
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Firstly, it tells us which parts of the effector are needed for recognition by the host.
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So I'll talk about effector functions of antibodies.
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In addition to their local effect, these cytokines also recruit several effector populations.
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A better understanding of the effector mechanisms of type 2 immunity has led to the development of more targeted therapies.
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Amphiregulin (AREG) is an example of an effector molecule in tissue repair responses.
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Amphiregulin (AREG) is an example of an effector molecule in tissue repair responses.
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One major function of effectors is the subversion of MAMP-triggered immunity in order to facilitate infection.
Synonyms
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A person or thing that makes something happen
A person or thing that makes something happen
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word effector comes from effect and the Latin efficere 'to make happen', from ex- 'out' and facere 'to do'. In biology an effector is a molecule, often a protein, that 'does' a specific chemical job to cause a change in a cell.