T-Cell Exhaustion [vyčerpání T-buněk]

topical
Terms

T-Lymphocyte Exhaustion

Definition

Progressive deterioration of T-cell function due to chronic antigen stimulation and inflammatory signals, e.g., CHRONIC INFECTION and CANCER. T-cell exhaustion is characterized by weakened immune system, e.g., dysfunctional MEMORY T CELLS differentiation and EPIGENETIC REPRESSION of IMMUNOLOGIC MEMORY effector functions.

DUI
D000094383 MeSH Browser
CUI
M000755906
History note
2023
Public note
2023