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antigen-presenting cell |
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antigen-presenting cell, a cell that can break down protein antigens into peptides and present the peptides, in conjunction with major HLA complex class II molecules, on the cell surface, where they can interact with T cell receptors. Macrophages are one type of antigen-presenting cell. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Virosome Biologicals' has proprietary intellectual property concerning the combination of an adjuvant (immune response stimulator) in the membrane that targets the virosomes specifically to antigen presenting cells or B cells. ] T cell proliferation indirectly by targeting antigen presenting cells and modulating antigen-specific interactions. Langerhans cells are dendritic, recirculating, antigen presenting cells found in the epidermis. |
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