Disposed Flashcards

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What is the dark zone selection model of GC migration? (to account for selection-linked mutation)

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B cell selection occurs within the dark zone

– Higher-affinity B cells are retained and continue proliferating in the dark zone
– Lower-affinity B cells die by apoptosis

Selected B cells directly migrate out of the germinal center

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What is the cyclic re-entry model of GC migration? (to account for selection-linked mutation)

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B cell alternate between dark and light zones

– B cells migrate to the light zone where their mutated BCRs are tested for antigen affinity.
– Higher-affinity B cells are selected for survival and proliferation
–Selected B cells return to the dark zone to undergo additional rounds of proliferation and mutation
– Lower-affinity B cells fail to compete for antigen and T cell help, undergoing apoptosis

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