| 词汇 | mast-cell |
| 释义 | mast cell noun[ C ] anatomy, medical specializeduk /ˈmɑːst ˌsel/ us /ˈmæst ˌsel/ a white blood cell found in tissue in all parts of the body that releases chemicals into the blood to help fight disease: The antibodies attach themselves to immune cells, called mast cells, within the skin and other body tissues. The mast cells break down and release such chemicals as histamine into the bloodstream. The allergen attaches to the antibody, making the mast cell release histamine. The decongestant inhibits the mast cells, one of the key cell types involved in the allergic reaction, and blocks the release of histamine. It helps to prevent the pollen and spores reaching the mast cells in the nose, where the allergic reaction takes place. Cells actin anaphase anti-platelet assort axoplasm histochemistry histography homologous chromosomes infiltration intercellular nerve fibre neurofibril neurofibrillary neuroglia neuroglial tetrad thrombocyte thymocyte turgor unciliated You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: The circulatory system & blood |
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