Immune function of nonparenchymal liver cells

Genet Mol Res. 2016 Mar 24;15(1). doi: 10.4238/gmr.15018524.

Abstract

The liver is the human body largest digestive and metabolic organ, and a very important immune organ. This paper discusses the location and morphology of hepatic sinusoidal endothelial cells, dendritic cells, hepatic stellate cells, and Kupffer cells in the liver and their role in regulating immune functions. Therefore, here we provide a preliminary understanding of the immune regulatory function of liver cells, and information on the occurrence and treatment of liver diseases.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Dendritic Cells / immunology*
  • Endothelial Cells / immunology*
  • Hepatic Stellate Cells / immunology*
  • Humans
  • Kupffer Cells / immunology*
  • Liver / blood supply
  • Liver / cytology
  • Liver / immunology*