Some studies show it boosts the number of white cells, which could mean a stronger immune response to infections. (rismedia.com)
The condition develops when the body mounts a massive immune response to infection, triggering excessive inflammation that can lead quickly to organ failure. (sciencedaily.com)
However, the spikes present new binding sites for the human immune response to infection and as such, may present promising new targets for the development of different types of drugs. (news.wisc.edu)