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Science 313 (5786): 427-

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IMMUNOLOGY:
Mast Cells Defang Snake and Bee Venom

Jean Marx

On page 526, researchers report that mast cells unexpectedly help protect mice against snake and bee venoms, at least in part by breaking down the poisons. (Read more.)

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