macrophage system

Hockertz S. Immunomodulating effect of killed, apathogenic Escherichia coli, strain Nissle 1917, on the macrophage system.

These toxins can enter the blood stream and lymphatic system, they inhibit protein synthesis, damage macrophage systems, inhibit particle clearance of the lung, and increase sensitivity to bacterial endotoxin.

Unlike enzyme replacement therapy (ERT), which has a direct effect on the breakdown of glycosphingolipids, the concept of SRT in Gaucher disease involves reduction of the delivery of potential storage material to the macrophage system.