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A new paradigm for an old story: the role of regulatory B cells in cancer.

Authors :
Biragyn, Arya
Lee-Chang, Catalina
Source :
Frontiers in Immunology; Jul2012, Vol. 3, p1-4, 4p
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article discusses the role of B cells in cancer. It mentions that B cells have pathogenic antitumor properties that participate in the carcinogenesis of transplanted tumors. It notes that such cell can produce immunoglobulins for suppression of cellular immune responses. It emphasizes that B cells are also important in mediation of cancer escape.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16643224
Volume :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Frontiers in Immunology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
78336155
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2012.00206