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Whereas B cells recognize the epitopes on native antigens, T cells recognize only peptides derived from the processing of antigen by antigen-presenting cells (APCs) in association with major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules. Therefore, the expression of MHC molecules on APCs and the ability of APCs to process the antigens play a crucial role in the activation of T cells, which are the effectors of cell-mediated immunity (CMI).
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- Dendritic Cell
- Major Histocompatibility Complex
- Major Histocompatibility Complex Class
- Major Histocompatibility Complex Molecule
- Invariant Chain
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(2005). Expression of MHC Molecules in Neonates. In: Bona, C. (eds) Neonatal Immunity. Contemporary Immunology. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59259-825-0_10
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