Activated T cells in tuberculosis granulomas (IMAGE)

University of Pittsburgh

Activated T cells in tuberculosis granulomas

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As opposed to early granulomas (left), mid- (center) and late- (right) granulomas are enriched with activated T lymphocytes, which contribute to bacterial killing.

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Nicole Grant, Ph.D.

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