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T-helper 9 cell

Term ID
CL:0002061
Synonyms
  • T helper cells type 9
  • T(H)-9 cell
  • Th9
Definition
A T-helper cell that is characterized by secreting interleukin 9 and responding to helminth infections. This cell-type can derives from Th2 cells in the presence of TGF-beta and IL-4. Th2 cytokine production is surpressed. (3)
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