Ask A Scientist: What’s the Difference Between M1 and M2 Macrophages?
Macrophages are a diverse group of white blood cells known for eliminating pathogens through phagocytosis. In the past, macrophages were classified by the organ in which they were found: Kuppfer cells in the liver, Langerhans cells in the skin, microglia in the brain and spinal cord, osteoclasts in the bone. Scientists continue to debate whether…