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Role of leukotrienes revealed by targeted disruption of the 5-lipoxygenase gene.

Authors :
Chen, Xin-Sheng
Sheller, James R.
Source :
Nature. 11/10/1994, Vol. 372 Issue 6502, p179. 4p. 4 Black and White Photographs, 3 Diagrams, 13 Graphs.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

Examines the role of leukotrienes in the pathophysiology of select inflammatory states. Leukotrienes as a class of potent biological mediators of inflammation and anaphylaxis; Biosynthesis of luekotrienes; Mechanism of action; Physiological effect of leukotrienes.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00280836
Volume :
372
Issue :
6502
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nature
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9411272778
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/372179a0