ScienceImmune cells may kick-start childbirth by donating mitochondria
New Scientist describes immune cells attaching to uterine muscle cells via tiny tubes and passing along mitochondria to provide energy for contractions.
TLDR
An influx of immune cells into the uterus may initiate childbirth, New Scientist reports. The cells attach to muscle cells through tiny tubes and transfer mitochondria, supplying energy for contractions.
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Immune cells may kick-start childbirth by donating mitochondria
New Scientist describes immune cells attaching to uterine muscle cells via tiny tubes and passing along mitochondria to provide energy for contractions.
TLDR
An influx of immune cells into the uterus may initiate childbirth, New Scientist reports. The cells attach to muscle cells through tiny tubes and transfer mitochondria, supplying energy for contractions.