Anti-Viral Pattern Recognition Receptors as Therapeutic Targets.

ABSTRACT: Pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) play a central role in the inflammation that ensues following microbial infection by their recognition of molecular patterns present in invading microorganisms but also following tissue damage by recognising molecules released during disease states. Such receptors are expressed in a variety of cells and in various compartments of these cells. PRR binding of molecular patterns results in an intracellular signalling cascade and the eventual activation of transcription factors and the release of cytokines, chemokines, and vasoactive molecules. PRRs and their accessory molecules are subject to tight regulation in these cells so as to not overreact or react in unnecessary circumstances. They are also key to reacting to infection and in stimulating the immune

SUBMITTER: Hennessy C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8466445 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature