concept

immune surveillance

Also known as: immunosurveillance

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Cellular rejuvenation: molecular mechanisms and potential ... - Nature nature.com Nature Mar 14, 2023 2 facts

claimThe immune system, specifically NK cells, macrophages, and cytotoxic T cells, performs immunosurveillance and is responsible for the final removal of apoptotic senescent cells induced by senolytic strategies.

claimCD8+ cytotoxic T cells function in immune surveillance by using granular exocytosis and expressing the NKG2D receptor to identify and eliminate senescent cells.

Homeostatic medicine: a strategy for exploring health and disease link.springer.com Springer Sep 26, 2022 1 fact

claimThe immune system maintains homeostasis through immune surveillance, sensing metabolic changes, and controlling inflammation caused by external stimuli, serving as the body's primary defense against harmful stimuli and antigens, according to Weisberg et al. (2021).

Cellular senescence: from homeostasis to pathological implications ... frontiersin.org Frontiers 1 fact

claimEZH2 inhibition remodels the inflammatory senescence-associated secretory phenotype to potentiate pancreatic cancer immune surveillance.

Medicinal plants and human health: a comprehensive review of ... link.springer.com Springer Nov 5, 2025 1 fact

claimShiitake mushroom extracts, mistletoe lectins, and curcumin derived from turmeric enhance immune surveillance against neoplastic cells and viral infections.