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Amoeba's Sneaky Tactic Revealed: Immune Evasion Uncovered

5/19/2025

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A groundbreaking study uncovers how the parasitic amoeba Entamoeba histolytica cleverly camouflages itself by snatching bits from human cells, effectively dodging the immune system. This sneaky tactic, called trogocytosis, enables the amoeba to collect protective proteins, resulting in dangerous infections and abscesses. Insights into this process could pave the way for new treatments and vaccines.

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A groundbreaking study uncovers how the parasitic amoeba Entamoeba histolytica cleverly camouflages itself by snatching bits from human cells, effectively dodging the immune system. This sneaky tactic, called trogocytosis, enables the amoeba to collect protective proteins, resulting in dangerous infections and abscesses. Insights into this process could pave the way for new treatments and vaccines.