Ultrafine carbon particles impair the phagocytic function of human alveolar macrophages

M. Lundborg, U. Johard, L. Låstbom, P. Gerde, C. Jarstrand, P. Camner (Stockholm, Sweden)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Effects of air pollution on lung cells
Session: Effects of air pollution on lung cells
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 262
Disease area: Airway diseases

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