The constant region triggers effector functions (phagocytosis, cytolysis, or initiation of complement cascade followed by cell lysis) by linking the complex to other cells of the immune system.

One is termed lactobacillosis or Döderlein cytolysis. This entity is characterized by an overgrowth of the commensal lactobacilli (Fig. 8 shows lactobacilli from vaginal fluid of normal patient ...

The spheroplasts also exhibited good compatibility with the polymer matrix, which helped prevent cytolysis, or cell rupture, that could otherwise reduce the effectiveness of the device. This was a ...

Magnesium is strongly linked with immune responses. For example, magnesium is a cofactor for the production of immunoglobulins (Ig), antibody-dependent cytolysis, macrophage response to lymphokines, ...