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Mucosal Immunology

 Mucosal immunology includes researching the reaction of the immune system that occurs in the mucosal membrane that protects the intestine, the urogenital tract and the respiratory system. Primary protection against external pathogens is provided by the mucosal immune system. This is tolerant of the non-harmful microbes inside. Mucosal immunity increases with age as the intestinal flora colonizes well. Mucosal immunity is meant to preserve the immunological homeostasis and fitness, and the host pays a price when infection causes inappropriate responses. The bursting of cytokines, reactive oxygen, or nitrogen molecules, as well as the release of enzymes or vasoactive mediators, enables the infiltrating immune and inflammatory cells to lead to disrupted tissue architecture and loss of function.  

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