Effects of 5 α-dihydrotestosterone on the modulation of monocyte/macrophage response to Staphylococcus aureus: an in vitro study

ConclusionsWe found that DHT acts as an inflammatory modulator in the monocyte/macrophage response induced byS. aureus and females exhibit a better immune defence response against this pathogen.

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Source: Biology of Sex Differences - March 31, 2023 Category: Biology Source Type: research