Abstract
Human CD4+ T cells that produce interleukin 22 are an essential component of skin defense and repair. New evidence shows that these T cells recognize CD1a-lipid complexes on Langerhans cells.
MeSH terms
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Antigens, CD1 / immunology*
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CD4-Positive T-Lymphocytes / immunology*
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Humans
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Langerhans Cells / immunology*
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Lymphocyte Activation / immunology*
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Skin / cytology
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Skin / immunology*
Substances
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Antigens, CD1
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CD1a antigen