Cytokines in Follicular Helper T Cell Biology in Physiologic and Pathologic Conditions

Cytokines in Follicular Helper T Cell Biology in Physiologic and Pathologic Conditions

Feb 14, 2024 | Jinyong Choi, Shane Crotty, Youn Soo Choi
This review article focuses on the role of cytokines, particularly IL-21 and IL-4, in regulating B cell responses within germinal centers (GCs) and their impact on various diseases. IL-21, primarily produced by follicular helper T cells (Tfh), plays a crucial role in B cell differentiation, affinity maturation, and plasma cell (PC) development. It promotes B cell proliferation, isotype class switching, and maturation into plasmablasts. IL-4, also produced by Tfh, supports GC maintenance and plasmablast differentiation, and is essential for IgE production and class switch recombination. Other cytokines like CXCL13, IL-10, IL-9, and IL-2 have additional roles in GC responses and are involved in autoimmune diseases, allergies, and cancer. The article highlights the complex interplay of these cytokines and their impact on the immune system, emphasizing the importance of understanding their mechanisms for developing therapeutic strategies in immune-related disorders.This review article focuses on the role of cytokines, particularly IL-21 and IL-4, in regulating B cell responses within germinal centers (GCs) and their impact on various diseases. IL-21, primarily produced by follicular helper T cells (Tfh), plays a crucial role in B cell differentiation, affinity maturation, and plasma cell (PC) development. It promotes B cell proliferation, isotype class switching, and maturation into plasmablasts. IL-4, also produced by Tfh, supports GC maintenance and plasmablast differentiation, and is essential for IgE production and class switch recombination. Other cytokines like CXCL13, IL-10, IL-9, and IL-2 have additional roles in GC responses and are involved in autoimmune diseases, allergies, and cancer. The article highlights the complex interplay of these cytokines and their impact on the immune system, emphasizing the importance of understanding their mechanisms for developing therapeutic strategies in immune-related disorders.
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