Natural killer cells (NKs)

自然杀伤细胞

英文解释

Natural killer cells (NKs) are important immune cells in the body, which are related to anti-tumor, antiviral infection and immune regulation. Natural killer cells are involved in the occurrence of hypersensitivity reactions and autoimmune diseases, and can recognize target cells and killing mediators.

中文解释

自然杀伤细胞 (NKs) 是机体重要的免疫细胞，与抗肿瘤、 抗病毒感染和免疫调节有关，可参与超敏反应和自身免疫性疾病的发生，能够识别靶细胞、杀伤介质。

参考文献

[1]. Luqman M, et al. The antileukemia activity of a human anti-CD40 antagonist antibody, HCD122, on human chronic lymphocytic leukemia cells. Blood. 2008 Aug 1;112(3):711-20.