T Lymphocytes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two types of T lymphocytes?
A
One group destroys infected cells by apoptosis
Another group secretes cytokines that activate B lymphocytes and phagocytes.
2
Q
What happens if our immune system is not regulated?
A
Our T cells can fail to recognise our own cells and attack them which can lead to auto immune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.
3
Q
Our T cells having specific surface proteins allow them to distinguish between what?
A
Surface proteins of the body’s own cells
Cells with antigens on their surface.
4
Q
Where are T cells found?
A
Thymus
