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Role of B-cell receptors for B-cell development and antigen-induced differentiation.

Juan Carlos Yam-PucLingling ZhangYang ZhangKai-Michael Toellner
Published in: F1000Research (2018)
B-cell development is characterized by a number of tightly regulated selection processes. Signals through the B-cell receptor (BCR) guide and are required for B-cell maturation, survival, and fate decision. Here, we review the role of the BCR during B-cell development, leading to the emergence of B1, marginal zone, and peripheral follicular B cells. Furthermore, we discuss BCR-derived signals on activated B cells that lead to germinal center and plasma cell differentiation.
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