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Intercellular Transfer of Immune Regulatory Molecules Via Trogocytosis.

Soyeon ParkJeonghyun KimJae Hun Shin
Published in: Results and problems in cell differentiation (2024)
Trogocytosis, an active cellular process involving the transfer of plasma membrane and attached cytosol during cell-to-cell contact, has been observed prominently in CD4 T cells interacting with antigen-presenting cells carrying antigen-loaded major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class II molecules. Despite the inherent absence of MHC class II molecules in CD4 T cells, they actively acquire these molecules from encountered antigen-presenting cells, leading to the formation of antigen-loaded MHC class II molecules-dressed CD4 T cells. Subsequently, these dressed CD4 T cells engage in antigen presentation to other CD4 T cells, revealing a dynamic mechanism of immune communication. The transferred membrane proteins through trogocytosis retain their surface localization, thereby altering cellular functions. Concurrently, the donor cells experience a loss of membrane proteins, resulting in functional changes due to the altered membrane properties. This chapter provides a focused exploration into trogocytosis-mediated transfer of immune regulatory molecules and its consequential impact on diverse immune responses.
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