J Rheum Dis.  2013 Apr;20(2):83-86. 10.4078/jrd.2013.20.2.83.

Analysis of T Cells Using Flow Cytometry

• Kang I

• KMID: 2223031
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4078/jrd.2013.20.2.83

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.

Keyword

T cells; Flow cytometry

MeSH Terms

Cytokines
Flow Cytometry
Immune System
T-Lymphocytes
Cytokines

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