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Cellular augmentation of polymorphonuclear leukocyte chemotaxis.

A Takeuchi, R H Persellin

    The American Journal of Physiology
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Neutrophil density impacts immune response. Higher polymorphonuclear leukocyte (PMN) counts enhance chemotaxis, suggesting cell cooperation and a cytoplasmic factor (CACh) that boosts neutrophil response to chemoattractants.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Cell Biology
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Neutrophil density is a critical factor in cellular responses to chemoattractants.
    • Previous studies have not fully elucidated the mechanisms governing neutrophil chemotaxis at varying cell densities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the influence of polymorphonuclear leukocyte (PMN) density on chemotactic responsiveness.
    • To identify factors within PMNs that modulate their response to chemoattractants.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a modified Boyden chemotaxis chamber to assess neutrophil migration.
    • Analyzed cellular responses at different PMN densities (below and above 3 x 10(5) cells).
    • Fractionated PMN cytoplasm to isolate components influencing chemotaxis.

    Main Results:

    • Chemotactic response and membrane penetration by neutrophils were significantly enhanced above a critical density (3 x 10(5) PMN).
    • Cell-to-cell contact and kinetic influence among PMNs were suggested at higher densities.
    • A cytoplasmic component, termed cytoplasmic augmentor of chemotaxis (CACh), was identified that increased neutrophil random mobility and response to chemoattractants.

    Conclusions:

    • Neutrophil density plays a crucial role in effective chemotactic responses.
    • PMNs appear to cooperate and exert kinetic influence on each other.
    • The identified CACh factor suggests intracellular mechanisms contribute to enhanced neutrophil migration and cooperation in immune responses.

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