1. Lymphocytes - 12/08/11
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Abstract |
Lymphocytes are white blood cells uniform in appearance but varied in function and include T, B, and natural killer cells. These cells are responsible for antibody production, direct cell-mediated killing of virus-infected and tumor cells, and regulation of the immune response. Advances in immunology have led to the characterization of newly appreciated effector populations such as IL-17–producing T cells, T cells with regulatory function, and natural killer T cells, thus revising established paradigms. This chapter provides an overview of the major lymphocyte populations with emphasis on their development, distinguishing characteristics, and functions.
Il testo completo di questo articolo è disponibile in PDF.Key words : Lymphocyte, adaptive immune system, T cell, B cell, natural killer cell
Abbreviations used : APC, BCR, CSR, D, DC, DP, GC, iNKT, ITAM, J, NK, nTreg, SHM, TCM, TEM, TCR, Treg, V
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Vol 121 - N° 2S2
P. S364-S369 - Febbraio 2008 Ritorno al numero
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