Immunological Synapses

The interfaces between T-CELLS and ANTIGEN-PRESENTING CELLS. Supramolecular organization of proteins takes place at these synapses involving various types of immune cells. Immunological synapses can have several functions including LYMPHOCYTE ACTIVATION; enhancing, balancing, or terminating signaling; or directing cytokine secretion.

Year introduced: 2009

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Tree Number(s): A11.284.149.165.420.548, A15.382.370

MeSH Unique ID: D054992

Entry Terms:

• Immunological Synapse
• Synapse, Immunological
• Synapses, Immunological

See Also:

• Antigen Presentation

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Anatomy Category
Cells
Cellular Structures
Cell Membrane
Cell Membrane Structures
Intercellular Junctions
Immunological Synapses

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Hemic and Immune Systems
Immune System
Immunological Synapses