CD8 cell

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CD8 cell, CD8+ cell,

a major classification of T lymphocytes, referring to those that carry the CD8 antigen; the major subtypes are the cytotoxic T lymphocytes and the suppressor cells. Also called CD8 T lymphocytes.

CD8 cell,

a T lymphocyte that secretes large amounts of gamma-interferon, a lymphokine involved in the body's defense against viruses. CD8 cells prevent the unnecessary formation of antibodies. Also called cytotoxic T cell. See also CD4.

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