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Neutrophil Extracellular Traps (NETs)
Chromatin meshes closely associated with antimicrobial granule components. Releasing NETs accompanied by associated proteins (lactoferrin, gelatinase, cathepsin G, myeloperoxidase, etc.) allows neutrophils to effectively attack pathogens. Each associated toxic proteins differently promote antimicrobial activity. They also destroy bodily cells, which can later be repaired post-infection.
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