What is the function of T cell lymphocytes?
a. to regulate the immune response by activating other cells
b. to direct production of antibodies
c. initial destruction of the antigen
d. to promote growth of microorganisms
A
T lymphocytes are called this because they mature in the thymus gland. T cell development is very complex and can have four different receptor chains. The function of the T cells is poorly understood, however they appear to function as innate immune cells.
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