CD8(+) T cells mediate CD40-independent maturation of dendritic cells in vivo.

Induction of cytotoxic T lymphocyte (CTL) responses against minor histocompatibility antigens is dependent upon the presence of T cell help and requires the interaction of CD40 on dendritic cells (DCs) with CD40 ligand on activated T helper cells (Th). This study demonstrates that CD40 is neither in...

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Main Authors: Ruedl, C, Kopf, M, Bachmann, M
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 1999