The mole theory: primary function of melanocytes and melanin may be antimicrobial defense and immunomodulation (not solar protection)
- 21 January 2005
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in International Journal of Dermatology
- Vol. 44 (4), 340-342
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-4632.2004.02556.x
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