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Abstract
The profound influence of CD28 and cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen-4 (CTLA-4) on T-cell immunity has been known for over a decade, yet the precise roles played by these molecules still continue to emerge. Initially viewed as molecules that provide cell-intrinsic costimulatory and inhibitory signals, recent evidence suggests that both CD28 and CTLA-4 are also important in the homeostasis and function of a population of suppressive cells, termed regulatory T cells (Tregs). Here we review the main features of the CD28 and CTLA-4 system and examine how these impact upon Treg biology.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 131-48 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Immunological Reviews |
Volume | 212 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Aug 2006 |
Keywords
- regulatory T cells
- cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen-4
- CD28
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Generation and Function of Antigen-Specific Regulatory T Cells
Walker, L.
1/09/04 → 30/11/08
Project: Research Councils