The human lung is constantly exposed to the environment and potential pathogens. As the interface between host and environment, the respiratory epithelium has evolved sophisticated sensing mechanisms as part of its defense against pathogens. In this review, we examine how the respiratory epithelium senses and responds to influenza A virus, the biggest cause of respiratory viral deaths worldwide.
Journal article
Am J Respir Cell Mol Biol
03/2019
60
259 - 268
influenza A virus, respiratory epithelium, viral sensing, Humans, Influenza A virus, Influenza, Human, Lung, Respiratory Mucosa