Increased Number of OKT6-Positive Dendritic Cells in the Hair Follicles of Patients with Alopecia Areata

    January 1985 in “ Dermatology ”
    Akira Kohchiyama, Atsushi Hatamochi, Hiroaki Ueki
    Studysummary This study reports that OKT6-positive dendritic cells increase in hair follicles during progressive alopecia areata, suggesting a potential role in disease pathogenesis through interaction with T cells.
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