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Mast Cells and Basophils
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Copyright Page
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Contents
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Contributors
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Preface
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Acknowledgements
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SECTION ONE: DEVELOPMENT OF MAST CELLS AND BASOPHILS
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Chapter 1. Regulation of Mast Cell and Basophil Development by Stem Cell Factor and Interleukin-3
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Introduction
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SCF a Ligand for the c-kit Receptor
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Multiple Effects of SCF in Mast Cell Biology
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SCF can Regulate Mast Cell Function In Vitro and In Vivo
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Interleukin-3
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Using IL-3 -/- Mice to Assess the Role of IL-3 in Mast Cell and Basophil Development
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Summary
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 2. Gain-of-function Mutations of c-kit in Human Diseases
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Introduction
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Loss-of-function Mutation of c-kit
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Stomach Lesions of W/W' and Sl/Sld Mice
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Gain-of-function Mutation of c-kit in Mast Cell Neoplasms
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Sporadic Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours
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Familial GIST
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Conclusion
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References
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Chapter 3. Modulation of Mast Cell Development from Embryonic Haematopoietic Progenitors by Eotaxin
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Chemokines and their Receptors Play Diverse Roles as Mediators of Inflammation
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Chemokines Participate in Multiple Mast Cell and Basophil Functions
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Chemokine Secretion by Mast Cells
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Eotaxin
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Results
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Discussion
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References
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Chapter 4. Regulation and Dysregulation of Mast Cell Survival and Apoptosis
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Introduction
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Regulation of Mast Cell Survival and Apoptosis by Growth Factors
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Regulation of Mast Cell Survival and Apoptosis by Death Receptors
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Regulation of Mast Cell Survival and Apoptosis by Perforin, Nitric Oxide and Bacterial Toxins
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Regulation of Mast Cell Survival and Apoptosis by Irradiation and Chemical Agents
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Perspective: Apoptosis and Mast Cell Disease
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References
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SECTION TWO: PHENOTYPIC AND ULTRASTRUCTURAL FEATURES OF MAST CELLS AND BASOPHILS
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Chapter 5. Ultrastructural Features of Human Basophil and Mast Cell Secretory Function
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Introduction
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Mechanism(s) of Histamine and CLC-P Secretion from Human Basophils, of Histamine Secretion from Human Mast Cells In Vitro and of TNF-a and Chymase Secretion from Rat Peritoneal Cells
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Histamine Secretion from Human Mast Cells In Vivo
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Heparin Secretion from Human Mast Cells In Vitro
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The Vesiculovacuolar Organelle, a New Endothelial Permeability Structure
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 6. Human Dendritic Mast Cells
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Introduction
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The Morphology of Human Dendritic Mast Cells
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Functional Aspects and Future Lines of Research
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Concluding Remarks
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References
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Chapter 7. The Phenotypic Similarities and Differences Between Human Basophils and Mast Cells
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Introduction
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Morphology
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Membrane Receptors
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Cytoplasmic Contents
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Mast Cell Phenotypes in Tissues
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The Involvement of Mast Cells and Basophils in Asthma and Drug Reactions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 8. Interactions Between Nerves and Mast Cells in Amphibians
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Introduction
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Morphology of Frog Mast Cells
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Frog Mast Cells and Peripheral Nervous System
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Occurrence of Mast Cells in the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems of Mammals
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Concluding Remarks
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References
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SECTION THREE: SIGNAL TRANSDUCTION IN MAST CELLS AND BASOPHILS
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Chapter 9. Sequential Protein Kinase Activation and the Regulation of Mast Cell Cytokine Production
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Introduction
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Signalling Through Mast Cell Surface Receptors
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MAPK Family Members
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Transcriptional Regulation of TNF-a Production
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Stem Cell Factor Receptor (c-kit)
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Differentiation Signalling and Function of Mast Cells Derived from Bone Marrow and Embryonic Stem Cells
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Identification of a Critical Role for MEKK2 in JNK Activation and Cytokine Production
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Summary
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 10. FceRI-mediated Induction of TNF-a Gene Expression in Mast Cell Lines
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Introduction
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Chromosomal Location and Gene Structure of TNF-a
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Regulation of TNF-a Gene Expression in Non-mast Cell Lines
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FceRI-dependent Regulation of TNF-a Production
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Concluding Remarks
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References
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Chapter 11. Regulation of Mast Cell Degranulation by SHIP
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Introduction
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Structure and Binding Partners of SHIP
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Biological Properties of SHIP
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Properties of the SHIP Knockout Mouse
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The Role of SHIP in FceRI-induced Degranulation of Mast Cells
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The Role of SHIP in Steel Factor-induced Signalling in Mast Cells
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The Role of SHIP in Thapsigargin-induced Signalling in Mast Cells
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A Model of IgE-induced Degranulation
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Major Questions Remaining
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Summary and Conclusions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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SECTION FOUR: REGULATION OF MAST CELL AND BASOPHIL SIGNALLING AND SECRETION
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Chapter 12. Immunoreceptor Tyrosine-based Inhibition Motif-dependent Negative Regulation of Mast Cell Activation and Proliferation
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Introduction
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SIRP-a can Negatively Regulate FceRI-dependent Mast Cell Activation
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Fc.RIIB can Negatively Regulate c-kit-dependent Mast Call Proliferation
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Conclusion
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 13. Perspectives on the Regulation of Secretion from Human Basophils and Mast Cells
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Introduction
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Regulation of FceRI Expression
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Desensitization
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Modification of Basophil Function by IL-3
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Summary
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References
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Chapter 14. Interactions between Secretory IgA and Human Basophils
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Introduction
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Structure and Metabolism of sIgA
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Pathophysiology of sIgA
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sIgA-mediated Basophil Activation
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Receptors for sIgA
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Clinical Relevance of sIgA-mediated Basophil Activation
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Concluding Remarks
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 15. Regulation of Mast Cell Secretion by Interferon-.and Nitric Oxide
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Introduction
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Interferon and Mast Cells
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Do Mast Cells Produce Interferon-.?
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Nitric Oxide and Nitric Oxide Synthases
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Nitric Oxide Effects on Mast Cells
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Do Mast Cells Produce Nitric Oxide?
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How does Nitric Oxide Regulate Mast Cells?
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Nitric Oxide and Mast Cells In Vivo-Clinical Implications Conclusion: Mast Cells, Interferon-y and Nitric Oxide in Cell Interactions and Disease
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Conclusion: Mast Cells, Interferon-. and Nitric Oxide in Cell Interactions and Disease
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Acknowledgements
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References
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SECTION FIVE: STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF MAST CELL PROTEASES
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Chapter 16. Human and Mouse Mast Cell Tryptases
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Introduction
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Identification and Cloning of Human Tryptase Genes
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Identification and Cloning of Mouse Tryptase Genes
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Biochemical Features of Human and Mouse Tryptases
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Expression of Mouse and Human Tryptases in Cells and Tissues
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Function of Human and Mouse Tryptases
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Tryptase Metabolism
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Concluding Remarks
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References
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Chapter 17. Expression, Function and Regulation of Mast Cell Granule Chymases During Mucosal Allergic Responses
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Introduction
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Investigating the Response of mMCP-1-/-Mice to Gastrointestinal Nematodes
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Regulation of the Expression of mMCP- 1 in mBMMC
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Discussion
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 18. Structure and Function of Human Chymase
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Introduction
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General Properties
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X-ray Crystal Structure of rHC
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The Extended Substrate-binding Site of Human Chymase
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Modelling of the Human Chymase-angiotensin I Interaction
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Summary
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 19. Structure and Function of Human Mast Cell Tryptase
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Introduction
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Distribution and Secretion in Disease
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Structure and Physicochemical Properties
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Non-human Tryptases
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Regulation of Tryptase Activity
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Peptide Substrates
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Protein Substrates
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Actions on Cells and Tissues
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Cellular Receptors for Tryptase
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Tryptase as a Therapeutic Target
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Acknowledgements
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References
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SECTION SIX: NERVE-MAST CELL INTERACTIONS: PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOLOGY
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Chapter 20. Mast Cell–Nerve Interactions: Possible Significance of Nerve Growth Factor
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Evidence for Mast Cell–Nerve Interactions
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Possible Role of NGF
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 21. Nerve Growth Factor, Mast Cells and Allergic Inflammation
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Nerve Growth Factor: Early Discovery and Emerging Data
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NGF and the Nervous System
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NGF and the Endocrine System
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NGF and the Immune System
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NGF and Mast Cells
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NGF and Inflammation
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NGF and Allergic Responses
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Behavioural Influence on NGF Levels and Allergic Responses
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Possible Future Directions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 22. Interactions Between Neurotrophins and Mast Cells
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Definition and Basic Aspects of Neurotrophins
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Mast Cells as a Source of Neurotrophic Factors
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Effects of Neurotrophins on Mast Cells
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Evidence that NGF is also a Human Mast Cell Growth Factor
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Neurotrophin Receptors on Mast Cells
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Clinical Findings Suggesting Mast Cell and Neurotrophin Activity
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Mast Cells and Neurotrophins: Open Issues
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 23. Modulation of Peripheral Neurotransmission Associated with Mast Cell Activation
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Sensory (Afferent) Nervous System
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Enteric Nervous System
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Sympathetic Nervous System
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Parasympathetic Nervous System
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Summary
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References
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Chapter 24. Regulation of Gastrointestinal Mucin Production by Nerve–Mast Cell Interactions
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Introduction
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Neuronal Mediation of Mucin Secretion
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Effects of Stress on Colonic Mucin and Prostaglandin Release
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Role of Corticotropin-releasing Factor in Stress-induced Colonic Mucin Secretion
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Neurotensin is an Important Mediator of Colonic Stress Responses
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Mast Cells as a Major Link of Stress-mediated Mucin Secretion
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CRF and NT as Mediators of Intestinal Mast Cell Activation During Stress
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Clinical Implications
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References
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SECTION SEVEN: MAST CELLS AND BASOPHILS IN HOMEOSTASIS AND HOST DEFENCE
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Chapter 25. Mast Cell–Enterobacteria Interactions during Infection
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Introduction
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Protective Role of Mast Cells Against Bacterial Infection
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Mast Cell Phagocytosis of Bacteria
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Molecular Basis for Mast Cell-Enterobacteria Recognition
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Mast Cell Activation Via CD48
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Interactions of Human Mast Cells with Enterobacteria
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Final Thoughts
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 26. Human Mast Cells and Basophils in Immune Responses to Infectious Agents
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Introduction
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Mast Cells in Host Defence Against Bacterial Infections
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Mast Cells and Basophils in Helicobacterpylori Infection
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Leukotrienes in the Defence against Bacterial and Viral Infections
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Activation of Human Basophils and Mast Cells by Protein A
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Activation of Human Basophils and Mast Cells by Protein L
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Activation of Human Basophils by Pepstatin A
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Endogenous Superallergen Protein Fv in Viral Hepatitis
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Activation of Human Basophils and Mast Cells by HIV-1 Glycoprotein gp120
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The 'Three Faces' of Mast Cells and Basophils in the Immune Response to Infectious Agents
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 27. Differential Regulation of Mast Cell Mediator Secretion by Bacterial Products
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Introduction
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Receptors for Bacteria on Mast Cells
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Selective Mast Cell Responses to Specific Bacterial Products
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Combined Signals Alter and Enhance Mast Cell Responses
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Bacteria- and Bacterial Product-mediated Signalling Events in Mast Cells
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Conclusions
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References
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Chapter 28. The Role of Mast Cells, Basophils and Interleukin-3 (IL-3) in Immune Responses to Parasites: Studies with Mast Cell- and IL-3-Deficient Mice
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Introduction
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Studies of Parasite Infection in Genetically Mast Cell-deficient Mice
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Assessing the Role of IL-3 in Host Responses to Nematodes using IL-3 -/- Mice
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Kitw/Kit w-v, IL-3 -/- Mice Exhibit a Profound Impairment of Basophilia, Mucosal Mast Cell Development and Immunity During Infection with Strongyloides venezuelensis
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Summary
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Acknowledgements
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References
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SECTION EIGHT: MAST CELLS IN ATHEROSCLEROSIS AND CARDIAC DISEASES
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Chapter 29. Human Heart Mast Cells: Immunological Characterization In Situ and In Vitro
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Introduction
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Isolation of HHMC and their Characterization In Situ
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Histamine, Proteolytic Enzymes and Proteoglycans Synthesized by HHMC
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Prostaglandins and Cysteinyl Leukotrienes Synthesized De Novo by HMMC
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Immunological and Non-immunological Stimuli that Activate HHMC In Vitro
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Mast Cells and Regulation of Coagulation and Fibrinogenolysis
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HHMC in Systemic and Cardiac Anaphylaxis and in Anaphylactoid Reactions
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HHMC and Atherosclerosis
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HHMC in Patients with Myocarditis and Hyper-eosinophilia
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HHMC and Angiogenesis in the Heart
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HHMC and Myocardial Ischaemia
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HHMC in Idiopathic and Ischaemic Cardiomyopathy
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Perspective and Conclusions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 30. Mast Cells in Atherosclerotic Human Coronary Arteries: Implications for Coronary Fatty Streak Formation, Plaque Ulceration and Control of Local Haemostatic Balance
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Introduction
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Atherosclerosis is a Disorder of Lipid Metabolism in the Arterial Intima with a Strong Inflammatory Component
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Circulating Mast Cell Progenitors also find their way in to the Arterial Intima
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Immunohistochemical Observations on Mast Cells in the Human Coronary Arterial Intima
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Potential Mechanisms by Which Mast Cells may Play a Role in Atherogenesis
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Conclusion and Future Directions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 31. Role of Mast Cells in Endogenous Fibrinolysis and Related (Patho)physiological Processes
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Introduction
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Contribution of Mast Cells to Fibrinogen Extravasation and Fibrin Formation
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Mast Cell-dependent Fibrinolysis: Role of Tryptase and Chymase
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The Mast Cell as Site of tPA Expression
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Human Mast Cells Express the Urokinase Receptor (uPAR, CD87)
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Functional Significance of MC-tPA: Mast Cells are 'Pro-fibrinolytic' Cells
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Molecular Basis of Mast Cell Dependent Fibrinolysis: Role of Inhibitors (PAIs)
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Fibrin-independent Plasminogen Activation
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Clinical Significance
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Mast Cells Accumulate at the Site of Thrombosis
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SCF Regulates Expression and Release of tPA in Mast Cells
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Concluding Remarks and Future Directions
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 32. Mast Cells in Myocardial Ischaemia and Reperfusion
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Introduction
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Mast Cells in Normal Hearts
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The Mast Cell as a Source of Cytokines
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Mast Cell Degranulation Following Myocardial Ischaemia
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Mast Cells in Healing Myocardial Infarcts
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Mast Cell Precursors Infiltrate the Healing Heart
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SCF Induction Following Myocardial Ischaemia/Reperfusion
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Macrophages are the Main Source of SCF Following Myocardial Ischaemia
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Potential Role of Mast Cells in Healing
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The Mast Cell in Myocardial Ischaemia/Reperfusion: Friend or Foe?
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Acknowledgement
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References
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SECTION NINE: LEUKOTRIENES, CYTOKINES AND CHEMOKINES IN ALLERGIC DISORDERS
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Chapter 33. Lipid Mediators from Mast Cells and Basophils in Allergic Diseases
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Introduction
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Arachidonic Acid Pools in Human Mast Cells and Basophils
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Phospholipase A 2 in Human Mast Cells and Basophils
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Extracellular Effects of Mast Cell-derived Secretory PLA 2
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PAF and Related Phospholipids
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Concluding Remarks
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 34. Regulation and Function of Human Intestinal Mast Cells
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Introduction
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Effector Functions of Human Intestinal Mast Cells
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Regulation of Human Intestinal Mast Cell Functions
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Clinical Implications
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Future Directions
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References
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Chapter 35. Differential Regulation of Basophil Functions by Chemokines
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Basophil Phenotype and Functions
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Chemokines
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 36. Chemokine Receptors on Human Mast Cells
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Chemokines
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Mast Cells
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Chemokine Receptors on MC
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Concluding Remarks
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 37. Release and Cleavage of Stem Cell Factor by Human Mast Cells
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Introduction
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Stem Cell Factor Expression in Human Mast Cells
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Stem Cell Factor-Protease Interactions
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Biological Effects of SCF1-166 and SCF1-159 on HLMC and HSMC
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Conclusions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 38. SCF-Induced Chemokine Production, Allergic Airway Inflammation and Airway Hyper-reactivity
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Introduction
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SCF-Induced Mast Cell Activation, Inflammation and Airway Hyper-reactivity
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Regulation of SCF Production
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Initiation of Cytokine/Chemokine Production by SCF in Mast Cells and Eosinophils
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Structural Cell-derived SCF Contributes to Disease Progression: Differential Activation of Mast Cells by Soluble versus Membrane SCF
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Summary
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References
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SECTION TEN: CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS OF HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS
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Chapter 39. Pharmacological Profile of Mizolastine, a Novel Histamine H1 Receptor Antagonist
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Histamine and its Receptor Subtypes
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Specificity and Selectivity of Mizolastine for H
Specificity and Selectivity of Mizolastine for H
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Antihistaminergic Effects of Mizolastine
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Allergic Reaction
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Anti-anaphylactic Properties of Mizolastine
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Immune System-mediated Inflammatory Reaction in Allergy
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Anti-allergic Effects of Mizolastine
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Other Pharmacological Effects of Mizolastine
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Conclusion
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 40. Adenosine-Induced Enhancement of Mast Cell Mediator Release in Asthma and COPD
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Introduction
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The Bronchoconstrictor Effect of Adenosine in Asthma
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The Airway Response to Adenosine in COPD
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Adenosine Receptors on Mast Cells
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Concluding Comments
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References
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Chapter 41. Neural Activation and Inflammation in Allergic Rhinitis
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Introduction
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Neurogenic Inflammation
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Neural Hyper-responsiveness
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Nerve Growth Factor
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Summary and Conclusion
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References
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Chapter 42. Antihistaminic and Anti-inflammatory Effects of Mizolastine
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Introduction
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Pharmacokinetics of Mizolastine
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Clinical Efficacy of Mizolastine
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Anti-inflammatory effects of Mizolastine
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Concluding Remarks
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References
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Chapter 43. Electrophysiological and Molecular Basis for the Adverse Cardiovascular Effects of Histamine H, Receptor Antagonists
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Introduction
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Cardiotoxicity of Second-generation Antihistamines
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Conclusions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Index
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Color Plate Section
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