Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease resulting from a loss of tolerance to multiple self antigens, and characterized by autoantibody production and inflammatory cell infiltration in target organs, such as the kidneys and brain. T cells are critical players in SLE pathophysiology as they regulate B cell responses and also infiltrate target tissues, leading to tissue damage. Abnormal signaling events link to defective gene transcription and altered cytokine production, contributing to the aberrant phenotype of T cells in SLE. Study of signaling and gene transcription abnormalities in SLE T cells has led to the identification of novel targets for therapy. © 2011 BioMed Central Ltd.
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Moulton, V. R., & Tsokos, G. C. (2011, March 17). Abnormalities of T cell signaling in systemic lupus erythematosus. Arthritis Research and Therapy. https://doi.org/10.1186/ar3251
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