ACTIVATION AND FUNCTION OF GAMMA-DELTA T-CELLS

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作者
HAVRAN, WL
BOISMENU, R
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[1] The Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla
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10.1016/0952-7915(94)90125-2
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R392 [医学免疫学]; Q939.91 [免疫学];
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100102 ;
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T-cell receptor gene rearrangements in gamma delta T cells have been the subject of intense molecular investigations. This year, much has been learned about the mechanisms controlling this process. However, the specificity and function of gamma delta T cells still remains enigmatic. The application of molecular technology including the availability of mutant mice lacking defined T-cell populations and immunologically relevant surface proteins is beginning to provide answers as well as some surprises.
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