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CD4 T Lymphocyte (CD4)

Target
CD4
Molecular classification
Receptor, Cell surface glycoprotein
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Overview

CD4 is a glycoprotein found on the surface of immune cells such as T helper cells, monocytes, macrophages, and dendritic cells. It acts as a receptor and co-receptor in T cell signaling and plays a crucial role in immune responses. HIV exploits CD4 as its primary entry receptor to infect and destroy these cells, leading to immunodeficiency.

Other names
T-helper cellCD4+ T cellHelper T cell
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Mechanism of action

Post-attachment inhibitor of HIV entry by blocking the interaction between virus-bound CD4 and chemokine co-receptors (CCR5/CXCR4).

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Biological functions

Immune responseT cell activationAntigen recognitionCo-receptor for T cell receptor signaling
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Disease associations

HIV infectionImmunodeficiencyAutoimmune diseases
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Safety considerations

Potential for immune suppressionRisk of infusion-related reactions (for monoclonal antibody therapies like Ibalizumab)Need for careful monitoring of immune function
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Interacting drugs

Ibalizumab
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Biomarkers

CD4+ T cell count (for HIV disease progression and treatment monitoring)

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