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B cells

Also known as: CD19/CD20 cells, B-lymphocytes

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Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines Overview | Thermo Fisher Scientific - US thermofisher.com Thermo Fisher Scientific 13 facts
referenceIL-4 is classified as an adaptive immunity cytokine, is produced by Th cells, binds to the CD124 receptor, targets B cells, T cells, and macrophages, and functions in the proliferation of B and cytotoxic T cells, enhancement of MHC class II expression, and stimulation of IgG and IgE production.
claimIL-6 is produced by monocytes, fibroblasts, and endothelial cells, and upon stimulation, it is secreted by macrophages, T cells, B cells, mast cells, glial cells, eosinophils, keratinocytes, and granulocytes.
referenceIL-11 is classified as a pro-inflammatory cytokine, is produced by bone marrow stromal cells, binds to IL-11Ra and CD130 receptors, targets B cells, and functions in differentiation and the induction of acute phase proteins.
referenceIL-2 is classified as an adaptive immunity cytokine, is produced by Th1 cells, binds to the CD25 receptor, targets activated T cells, B cells, and NK cells, and functions in the proliferation of B cells and activated T cells, and supports NK cell function.
referenceIL-10 is classified as an anti-inflammatory cytokine, is produced by T cells, B cells, and macrophages, binds to the CDw210 receptor, targets B cells and macrophages, and functions to inhibit cytokine production and mononuclear cell function.
referenceIL-6 is classified as a pro-inflammatory cytokine, is produced by Th cells, macrophages, and fibroblasts, binds to CD126 and CD130 receptors, targets B cells and plasma cells, and functions in B-cell differentiation.
referenceIL-5 is classified as an adaptive immunity cytokine, is produced by Th2 cells and mast cells, binds to CDw125 and CD131 receptors, targets eosinophils and B cells, and functions in B-cell proliferation and maturation, and the stimulation of IgA and IgM production.
claimTransforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) is an anti-inflammatory cytokine produced by T cells and B cells that binds to TGF-βR1, 2, and 3, and acts on activated T and B cells to inhibit their proliferation, inhibit hematopoiesis, and promote wound healing.
claimB cells and macrophages produce IL-38, which inhibits IL-1, IL-6, IL-17, IL-22, and TNF.
claimInterleukin-38 (IL-38/IL-1F10) is an anti-inflammatory cytokine produced by B cells and macrophages that binds to the IL-1R1 receptor.
claimIL-6 stimulates several types of leukocytes and the production of acute phase proteins in the liver, and it is important in inducing B-cells to differentiate into antibody-forming plasma cells.
referenceIL-1 is classified as a pro-inflammatory cytokine, is produced by macrophages, B cells, and dendritic cells, binds to the CD121a receptor, targets B cells, NK cells, and T cells, and functions in pyrogenic activity, inflammation, cell proliferation, differentiation, and bone marrow cell proliferation.
claimInterleukin-37 (IL-37/IL-1F7) is an anti-inflammatory cytokine produced by B-cells, NK cells, and monocytes that binds to CD218a (IL-18Ra) and potentially SIGGR, and is believed to act as a negative regulator inside the cell by interacting with SMAD3 activated downstream of TGFβ activity.
Parts of the Immune System | Children's Hospital of Philadelphia chop.edu Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 12 facts
procedureDendritic cells, macrophages, and B cells must travel to the draining lymph node to activate the adaptive immune response when acting as antigen-presenting cells.
claimB cells, once activated, reproduce to increase in number and secrete large quantities of antibodies to neutralize pathogens.
claimThe adaptive immune system is comprised of two types of lymphocytes: B cells and T cells.
claimB cells secrete antibodies to neutralize pathogens.
claimA small subset of B and T cells, known as memory cells, remain indefinitely after an infection and recognize specific antigens.
claimMemory cells are a small subset of B and T cells that remain indefinitely after an infection and recognize specific antigens.
claimDendritic cells, macrophages, and B cells are the three cell types that can serve as antigen-presenting cells (APCs).
claimB cells that secrete antibodies are also known as plasma cells.
claimT cells and B cells are the two primary cell types central to the adaptive immune response.
claimHelper T cells oversee cytokine signaling to activate B cells and increase the efficiency of other immune cells, such as macrophages.
claimB cells mature in the bone marrow.
claimB cells are an essential part of the adaptive immune response and can serve as antigen-presenting cells (APCs) to activate responses against toxins or smaller antigens like proteins.
The components of the immune system - Immunobiology - NCBI - NIH ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Janeway CA Jr, Travers P, Walport M · Garland Science 8 facts
claimGerminal centers in B-cell follicles are sites where B cells undergo intense proliferation after encountering specific antigens and cooperating T cells.
referenceGerminal centers within B-cell follicles are sites where B cells undergo intense proliferation after encountering their specific antigen and cooperating T cells.
claimB lymphocytes (B cells) differentiate into plasma cells that secrete antibodies upon activation.
claimT lymphocytes (T cells) consist of two main classes: cytotoxic T cells, which kill virus-infected cells, and a second class that activates other cells such as B cells and macrophages.
claimAdaptive immune responses are initiated in peripheral lymphoid tissues, where T cells that encounter antigen proliferate and differentiate into antigen-specific effector cells, and B cells proliferate and differentiate into antibody-secreting cells.
claimIn peripheral lymphoid tissues, T cells that encounter antigen proliferate and differentiate into antigen-specific effector cells, while B cells proliferate and differentiate into antibody-secreting cells.
claimT lymphocytes (T cells) consist of two main classes: cytotoxic T cells, which kill virus-infected cells, and a second class that activates other cells, including B cells and macrophages.
referenceB cells that encounter antigen while migrating through a lymph node are arrested and activated with the assistance of activated T cells.
How the Immune System Works with Primary Immunodeficiency igcares.com IGCares 8 facts
claimWhen B-cells encounter foreign material (antigens), they respond by maturing into plasma cells or memory cells, the latter of which allow a rapid response if the same infection is encountered again.
claimB-cells are lymphocytes that arise in the bone marrow and differentiate into plasma cells, which produce immunoglobulins (antibodies).
claimPlasma cells are the mature cells derived from B-cells that produce antibodies.
claimHelper T-cells are specialized lymphocytes that mature in the thymus and assist other T-cells and B-cells in performing their functions.
claimThe bone marrow serves as a training ground for B-cells, and the thymus serves as a training ground for T-cells.
claimThe immune system consists of white blood cells categorized as lymphocytes (T-cells, B-cells, and NK cells), neutrophils, and monocytes/macrophages.
claimWhile T-cells kill viruses, they also instruct B-cells to produce antibodies (immunoglobulin).
claimThe adaptive immune system involves T-cells and B-cells, which require training or education to learn not to attack the body's own cells.
The immune system and primary immunodeficiency primaryimmune.org Immune Deficiency Foundation 8 facts
claimPrimary immunodeficiencies result from a defect in one or more elements or functions of the normal immune system, such as T cells, B cells, NK cells, neutrophils, monocytes, antibodies, cytokines, or the complement system.
claimB cells develop from stem cells in the bone marrow, where they undergo maturation and training to ensure they do not produce antibodies against healthy tissues.
claimWhen B cells encounter foreign germs (antigens), they mature into plasma cells to produce antibodies or into memory cells to facilitate a rapid response to future infections.
claimThe most common cells of the immune system are lymphocytes (T cells, B cells, and NK cells), neutrophils, and monocytes/macrophages, all of which are types of white blood cells.
claimB cells, also known as B-lymphocytes or CD19/CD20 cells, are specialized immune system cells that function to produce antibodies (immunoglobulins or gamma-globulins).
claimPlasma cells are the mature form of B cells that produce antibodies and are located in the spleen and lymph nodes.
claimMature B cells are located in the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, some areas of the intestine, and the bloodstream.
claimHelper T cells assist B cells in producing antibodies and assist killer T cells in attacking foreign substances.
3. The Innate Immune System - Immunopaedia immunopaedia.org.za Immunopaedia 5 facts
claimThe repertoire of natural antibodies produced by B-1 cells is more restricted than those produced by conventional B cells, with a large proportion being poly-reactive to phylogenetically conserved structures such as nucleic acids, heat shock proteins, carbohydrates, and phospholipids.
claimMucosa-associated invariant T (MAIT) cells express a semi-invariant T-cell receptor (TCR) containing the Vα7.2-Jp33 chain, are double negative for CD4 and CD8, and recognize hydrophilic antigens presented in MR1 (MHC-I-related) molecules present in B cells.
claimB-1 cells are a phenotypically and functionally distinct subset of B cells that spontaneously secrete natural IgM antibodies without stimulation by specific antigens.
claimNatural Killer (NK) cells contribute to the innate immune response by nonspecifically eliminating target cells, such as virus-infected or malignant cells, through apoptosis independently of T or B cells.
claimNatural Killer T (NKT) cells are considered part of the innate immune response because they act swiftly during infections to kill microorganisms or cells and produce cytokines without requiring the slower differentiation or proliferative processes associated with T and B cells.
Immunity In Depth | Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu Linus Pauling Institute 5 facts
claimVitamin A deficiency negatively affects the growth and differentiation of B cells, which are dependent on retinol and its metabolites.
claimT cells expressing the cell-surface protein CD4 are divided into two subsets: T helper (Th)1 cells, which are primarily involved in activating macrophages and inflammatory responses, and Th2 cells, which are primarily involved in stimulating antibody production by B cells.
claimVitamin A acts as a key regulator for cell growth, cytokine production, and differentiation in normal B cells, according to a 1992 study by Blomhoff et al. published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry.
claimB cells produce antibodies, which are specialized proteins that recognize and bind to foreign proteins or pathogens to neutralize them or mark them for destruction by macrophages; this response is called humoral immunity.
claim1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 suppresses antibody production by B cells and inhibits the proliferation of T cells in vitro.
The Role of Immune Cells in Inflammation jmolpat.com Lukas Freund · Journal of Molecular Pathophysiology 2 facts
claimB cells produce antibodies that neutralize pathogens and promote their clearance by other immune cells.
claimLymphocytes, including T cells and B cells, are involved in the inflammatory response.