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T cell-mediated cytotoxicity (None)
- Target
- None
- Molecular classification
- Immune process, Cellular process
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Overview
T cell-mediated cytotoxicity refers to the process by which cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs), primarily CD8+ T cells, recognize and kill target cells such as virus-infected, cancerous, or otherwise damaged cells. This is a critical component of the adaptive immune response and is essential for controlling intracellular pathogens and tumor surveillance. Cytotoxic T cells employ two main mechanisms to induce death in target cells: Granule Exocytosis Pathway and Fas-Fas Ligand Pathway. Both pathways ultimately result in apoptosis rather than necrosis, minimizing inflammation and collateral tissue damage.
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Mechanism of action
N/A (This is a biological process, not a drug)
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Biological functions
Immune responseCell deathApoptosisTarget cell lysisCytokine secretion
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Disease associations
Viral infectionCancerAutoimmunity (dysregulation)Transplant rejection
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Safety considerations
Cytokine release syndrome (CRS)Off-target cytotoxicityAutoimmunityGraft-versus-host disease (GVHD)
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Interacting drugs
Immunosuppressants (e.g., Cyclosporine, Tacrolimus, Sirolimus)
2 more in the full profile.
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Biomarkers
CD8+ T cell countExpression of perforin and granzymesExpression of FasLLevels of IFN-γ and TNF-α
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