Yolkin promotes differentiation of RAW 264.7 macrophages to the pro-inflammatory phenotype capable of fulfilling efficient phagocytic function
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/jvetres-2026-0056 | Journal eISSN: 2450-8608 (formerly 2300-3235)
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