γ δ T cells in homeostasis and host defence of epithelial barrier tissues

Nature Reviews Immunology 17, 733 (2017).
doi:10.1038/nri.2017.101

Authors: Morten M. Nielsen, Deborah A. Witherden & Wendy L. Havran
Epithelial surfaces line the body and provide a crucial interface between the body and the external environment. Tissue-resident epithelial γδ T cells represent a major T cell population in the epithelial tissues and are ideally positioned to carry out barrier surveillance and aid in tissue

Source: Nature Reviews Immunology - September 18, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Morten M. Nielsen Deborah A. Witherden Wendy L. Havran Tags: Review Source Type: research