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Title: The physiology and immunology of the pharyngeal lymphoid tissue. Author: Richtsmeier WJ, Shikhani AH. Journal: Otolaryngol Clin North Am; 1987 May; 20(2):219-28. PubMed ID: 3299206. Abstract: The immunologic structure and function of the parapharyngeal lymphoid tissue are presented. The antigen-processing activities of the tonsils are compared to those of the adenoids and other mucosal-associated lymphoid tissues. Both immunoglobin synthesis and secretion as well as T-lymphocyte activities are described.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]