Term Name: | inflammatory macrophage |
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Synonyms: | classically activated macrophage, M1 macrophage |
Definition: | An elicited macrophage that is recruited into the tissues in response to injury and infection as part of an inflammatory response, expresses high levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, ROS and NO, and shows potent microbicidal activity. |
Ontology: | Cell Ontology [CL:0000863] |