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GlossaryNKG2D

receptor on immune cells that detects stressed or abnormal cells

NKG2D is a receptor found on the surface of certain immune cells, such as natural killer (NK) cells and some T cells. It plays a crucial role in the body's defense system by recognizing and binding to stress-induced molecules on infected or cancerous cells, thereby triggering an immune response to destroy these harmful cells.

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research Epigallocatechin-3 Gallate Inhibits STAT-1/JAK2/IRF-1/HLA-DR/HLA-B and Reduces CD8 NKG2D Lymphocytes in Alopecia Areata Patients

15 citations , December 2018 in “International journal of environmental research and public health/International journal of environmental research and public health”

EGCG may help treat alopecia areata by blocking certain immune responses and reducing specific harmful immune cells.

research Gamma Delta T Cells as Novel Players in Alopecia Areata Pathobiology: Vdelta1 Positive T Lymphocytes May Recognize Stressed Hair Follicle Keratinocytes, Leading to IFN Gamma-Dependent Hair Follicle Dystrophy and Immune Privilege Collapse

1 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Targeting specific T cells may help treat alopecia areata.

research ILC1-Like Innate Lymphocytes in Human Autoimmunity: Lessons from Alopecia Areata

August 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

ILC1-like cells can cause alopecia areata by disrupting hair follicle immunity, suggesting a new treatment approach.

research Genome-Wide Association Study in Alopecia Areata Implicates Both Innate and Adaptive Immunity

717 citations , June 2010 in “Nature”

Alopecia areata involves both innate and adaptive immunity, with specific genes linked to the disease.

research Author Response: Involvement of ILC1-Like Innate Lymphocytes in Human Autoimmunity, Lessons from Alopecia Areata

February 2023

ILC1-like cells may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.

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