Analysis of T Cells Using Flow Cytometry.
- Author:
Insoo KANG
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Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: T cells; Flow cytometry
- MeSH: Cytokines; Flow Cytometry; Immune System; T-Lymphocytes
- From:Journal of Rheumatic Diseases 2013;20(2):83-86
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: T cells are an essential cellular component of the immune system. When T cells encounter antigen and receive co-stimulatory signals, they become activated, proliferate and produce cytokines. Flow cytometry is a valuable research tool in analyzing T cell functions including proliferation, survival and cytotoxicity as well as cytokine production and cell signaling. This article has reviewed the utility of flow cytometry in evaluating T cell functions.
