Macrophages are cells of the innate immune system, which contribute to the maintenance of tissue homeostasis and form the first line of defense against pathogens. Tissue-resident macrophages that originate from ...
To better understand the distinct functions of yolk-sac-derived tissue-resident macrophages (TRMs) and bone-marrow-derived macrophages in homeostasis and disease, it is important to trace the ontogeny of these cells. The ...