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Helper T Cell (CD4-positive) (Th cell)

Target
Th cell
Molecular classification
Lymphocyte, T cell, Immune cell
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Overview

Helper T (CD4-positive) cells orchestrate adaptive immunity through cytokine-mediated communication with other leukocytes. Their differentiation into specialized subtypes tailors the body's response to diverse pathogens while maintaining self-tolerance. Loss or dysfunction leads to profound immunodeficiency or autoimmunity depending on context

Other names
Helper T cellTh cellCD4+ lymphocyteCD4-positive T cell
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Mechanism of action

N/A

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Biological functions

Cytokine secretionActivation/regulation of other immune effectorsAdaptive immunityHumoral immunityCellular immunityAntigen recognitionImmune response
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Disease associations

HIV/AIDSAutoimmunityAllergyImmunodeficiencyInfection
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Safety considerations

Immunosuppression (in cases of depletion or dysfunction)Autoimmunity (in cases of dysregulation)
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Biomarkers

CD4 count (for HIV/AIDS)Cytokine profiles (for autoimmune diseases)

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