Abstract
Leukocytes in endometrium and decidua are phenotypically and morphologically similar to granulated lymphocytes at other mucosal surfaces. Although their exact functions are not known, we suggest they may have a role in the control of implantation and the transformation of the uterine vasculature by trophoblast on which the blood supply to the fetoplacental unit depends.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Antigens, Differentiation, T-Lymphocyte / analysis
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CD3 Complex
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Embryo Implantation / physiology
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Embryo, Mammalian / immunology*
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Female
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Humans
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Killer Cells, Natural / physiology
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Lymphocytes / physiology*
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Pregnancy
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Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell / analysis
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Uterus / immunology*
Substances
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Antigens, Differentiation, T-Lymphocyte
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CD3 Complex
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Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell