The Proportion of Regulatory T Cells in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Meta-Analysis.

Sheng-Xiao ZhangXiao-Wen MaYu-Feng LiNa-Ling LaiZe-Hao HuangKai FanCai-Hong WangXiao-Feng Li

Published in: Journal of immunology research (2018)

The Treg proportions varied by the cellular identification method used. The proportions of Tregs that were accurately identified and functionally validated fell among patients with SLE. Stricter definitions of Tregs are necessary when evaluating the status of such patients.

Keyphrases

regulatory t cells
end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
systemic lupus erythematosus
dendritic cells
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
disease activity