Splenic marginal zone B cells take up blood-borne antigens. These B cells are now reported to continuously transport antigens to the follicles, a process that ensures efficient delivery of blood ...

Enlarged Spleen Diagnosis. Your doctor will ask you questions and do a physical exam to diagnose an enlarged, painful spleen. This involves palpating (examining by touch) your spleen.

"The spleen acts like a living bioreactor embedded in our bodies," said Dong. "With minimally invasive B-ultrasound-guided delivery, we could one day cultivate custom-made organs on demand." ...

Wenzhou Medical University researchers have reimagined the spleen as a viable site for islet transplantation, enabling long-term diabetes control without the burden of full immunosuppression ...

Spleen pain may feel like discomfort in the upper left side of the abdomen. It can occur for a range of reasons, including inflammation or injury. The treatment will depend on the underlying cause ...