Investigation reveals gene expression changes in macrophages infected with Leishmania species, suggesting immune modulation.
Leishmaniasis, caused by protozoan parasites of the Leishmania spp., presents significant global health challenges, with visceral leishmaniasis (VL) and cutaneous leishmaniasis forms causing severe morbidity and mortality. Macrophages serve as primary host cells, where Leishmania spp. modulate immune 30 responses to ensure survival. Our study investigated gene expression changes in THP1-derived macrophages infected with L. infantum and L. tropica to elucidate host-pathogen interactions.
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