Question

2. Describe the functions of the four categories of T cells

Answer 1

Answer:

Helper T cell - Adaptive CD4+ immune cell that produces cytokines when activated. Immune cells - Specialized white blood cells (also called leukocytes) that fight infection. Intraepithelial lymphocytes - Cytotoxic CD8+ T cells that reside in the intestine. Contribute to tissue damage in celiac disease.

What are the 4 functions of T cells?

Their roles include directly killing infected host cells, activating other immune cells, producing cytokines and regulating the immune response.