Immunology any of various large, phagocytic cells in connective tissue, lymphatic tissue, bone marrow, etc. of vertebrates
Origin of macrophage
macro- + -phagemacrophage
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macrophage
noun
Any of various large, phagocytic white blood cells that develop from monocytes, are found in the spleen, liver, and other tissues, and have a variety of functions in the immune system including engulfing and destroying pathogens and dead cells, presenting antigens to activate lymphocytes, and releasing cytokines that mediate inflammation.
Origin of macrophage
macro- -phageRelated Forms:
- mac′ro·phag′ic
adjective
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Any of various large white blood cells that play an essential immunologic role in vertebrates and some lower organisms by eliminating cellular debris and particulate antigens, including bacteria, through phagocytosis. Macrophages develop from circulating monocytes that migrate from the blood into tissues throughout the body, especially the spleen, liver, lymph nodes, lungs, brain, and connective tissue. Macrophages also participate in the immune response by producing and responding to inflammatory cytokines.
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macrophage - Medical Definition
n.
Any of various large, phagocytic white blood cells that develop from monocytes, are found in the spleen, liver, and other tissues, and have a variety of functions in the immune system including engulfing and destroying pathogens and dead cells, presenting antigens to activate lymphocytes, and releasing cytokines that mediate inflammation.
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- mac′ro·phag′ic (-făj′ĭk)
adj.
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