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GlossaryCD8+ T cells (CD8-positive T cells)

specialized immune cells that destroy infected or cancerous cells

CD8+ T cells, also known as cytotoxic T cells or killer T cells, are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system. They are responsible for identifying and destroying infected or cancerous cells by recognizing specific antigens presented on the surface of these cells.

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research Editor's Evaluation: Role of Distinct Fibroblast Lineages and Immune Cells in Dermal Repair Following UV Radiation-Induced Tissue Damage

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Different types of sun exposure damage skin cells and immune cells, with chronic exposure leading to more severe and lasting damage.

research The Role of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege Collapse in Alopecia Areata: Status and Perspectives

79 citations , December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

Alopecia areata may be treated by restoring hair follicle immune privilege and adjusting immune responses.

Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege

research Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege

10 citations , September 2014 in “European Journal of Dermatology”

A woman's hair loss worsened after starting hepatitis C treatment due to immune changes in her hair follicles.

research Vitiliginous Lesions During Contact Immunotherapy for Alopecia in a Patient with Autoimmune Thyroiditis

2 citations , July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online”

Contact immunotherapy can cause vitiligo in patients with autoimmune conditions.

Alopecia Universalis Following Two Sequential Traffic Accidents: Possible Association with Increased Th1 and Th17 Cells and Decreased Th2 Cells

research Alopecia Universalis Following Two Sequential Traffic Accidents: Possible Association with Increased Th1 and Th17 Cells and Decreased Th2 Cells

4 citations , January 2011 in “Journal of UOEH”

Autoimmune hair loss may be linked to increased Th1 and Th17 cells and decreased Th2 cells.

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