Definitions for microphage
ˈmaɪ krəˌfeɪdʒmi·crophage

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1. microphagenoun

   a neutrophil that ingests small things (as bacteria)

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1. microphagenoun

   A small phagocyte, especially a polymorphonuclear leucocyte

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1. microphage

   Neutrophils (also known as neutrocytes, heterophils or polymorphonuclear leukocytes) are the most abundant type of granulocytes and make up 40% to 70% of all white blood cells in humans. They form an essential part of the innate immune system, with their functions varying in different animals.They are formed from stem cells in the bone marrow and differentiated into subpopulations of neutrophil-killers and neutrophil-cagers. They are short-lived and highly mobile, as they can enter parts of tissue where other cells/molecules cannot. Neutrophils may be subdivided into segmented neutrophils and banded neutrophils (or bands). They form part of the polymorphonuclear cells family (PMNs) together with basophils and eosinophils.The name neutrophil derives from staining characteristics on hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) histological or cytological preparations. Whereas basophilic white blood cells stain dark blue and eosinophilic white blood cells stain bright red, neutrophils stain a neutral pink. Normally, neutrophils contain a nucleus divided into 2–5 lobes.Neutrophils are a type of phagocyte and are normally found in the bloodstream. During the beginning (acute) phase of inflammation, particularly as a result of bacterial infection, environmental exposure, and some cancers, neutrophils are one of the first responders of inflammatory cells to migrate toward the site of inflammation. They migrate through the blood vessels and then through interstitial space, following chemical signals such as interleukin-8 (IL-8), C5a, fMLP, Leukotriene B4, and H2O2 in a process called chemotaxis. They are the predominant cells in pus, accounting for its whitish/yellowish appearance.Neutrophils are recruited to the site of injury within minutes following trauma and are the hallmark of acute inflammation; however, due to some pathogens being indigestible, they might not be able to resolve certain infections without the assistance of other types of immune cells.

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1. microphage

   A microphage is a small phagocytic cell that works as part of the immune system to fight disease. It is also known as a neutrophil due to their small size compared to other types of white blood cells, and they contain granules that have enzymes capable of killing bacteria and fungi. They play a crucial role in the immune system's defense against infections. This term is less commonly used compared to neutrophils or macrophages.

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1. MicroPhage

   MicroPhage, Inc., a platform diagnostic technology company, develops medical diagnostics for bacterial identification and antibiotic susceptibility/resistance testing. Its products include methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)/methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) blood culture tests, MRSA screening tests, and MRSA/MSSA screening tests. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Longmont, Colorado.

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1. • Bacteria
   • Neutrophil

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of microphage in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of microphage in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=microphage
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Microphage
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microphage
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5. ^ CrunchBase
   https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/microphage