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NK cells in central nervous system disorders.
Journal of immunology (Baltimore, Md. : 1950) - 1 Jun 2013
Poli Aurélie, Kmiecik Justyna, Domingues Olivia, Hentges François, Bléry Mathieu, Chekenya Martha, Boucraut José, Zimmer Jacques
Abstract excerpt
NK cells are important players in immunity against pathogens and neoplasms. As a component of the innate immune system, they are one of the first effectors on sites of inflammation. Through their cytokine production capacities, NK cells participate in the development of a potent adaptive immune response. Furthermore, NK cells were found to have regulatory functions to limit and prevent autoimmunity via killing of...
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