Tc17 cells are associated with cigarette smoke-induced lung inflammation and emphysema

Volume: 20, Issue: 3, Pages: 426 - 433
Published: Feb 11, 2015
Abstract
Background and objective Some types of T lymphocytes, especially cytotoxic T-cells (Tc1) and T-helper (Th17) cells, play a pivotal role in cigarette smoke-induced lung diseases. However, whether Tc17 cells are involved remains largely unknown. We investigated Tc17 involvement using a cigarette smoke-exposure model. Methods Groups of mice were exposed to cigarette smoke or filtered air. At weeks 2, 8, 12 and 24, mice were sacrificed to observe...
Paper Details
Title
Tc17 cells are associated with cigarette smoke-induced lung inflammation and emphysema
Published Date
Feb 11, 2015
Volume
20
Issue
3
Pages
426 - 433
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