Abstract
Killer-cell inhibitory receptors (KIRs) are a new family of major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class I-specific receptors. KIRs allow natural killer cells to identify and lyse self cells that do not express sufficient amounts of MHC class I molecules. Here, Maria Cristina Mingari and colleagues view the expression of KIRs by cytolytic T lymphocytes and their regulation by certain cytokines as a double-edged sword.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 153-156 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Immunology Today |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 1 1998 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Immunology