THC Could Prevent Organ Transplants From Being Rejected

THC’s ability to regulate the immune system was first identified in the 1970′s. Now, research suggests that THC could improve the outcome of organ transplants

TruthOnPot.com – Organ transplants have saved thousands of lives, but getting them right isn’t easy. The problem is the body’s immune system, which is programmed to fight off intruders. Often, this includes outside organs. But new research out of Temple University suggests that THC – the main chemical in marijuana – may be able to help.

The study, published online in the Journal of Neuroimmune Pharmacology, found that THC could stop the immune reaction that causes transplanted organs to be rejected. While the study only involved cell culture models, the researchers observed a dose-dependent effect – higher doses of THC led to higher levels of immune suppression.

 

The study also included two synthetic cannabinoids – a group of chemicals in the cannabis plant –...

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