Helper T cell

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Subsets of CD4+ effector T cells
Rebecca Roy
Flashcards by Rebecca Roy, updated more than 1 year ago
Rebecca Roy
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Th 1 Produce (Y-IFN-7) gamma interferon-7, provides activation of macrophages and stimulates B cells and IgG to remove intracellular microorganisms
Th 2 Produce IL-4 (stimulates IgE), IL-5 (activates eosinophils), IL-13 (stimulates mucous secretion and initiates tissue macrophages for repair). Functions to remove helminthic parasites and stimulate allergies.
Th 17 Produce IL-17 which recruits neutrophils and promotes inflammation to remove extracellular bacteria and fungus.
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