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regulatory B cell

Term ID
CL:0000969
Synonyms
  • B(reg)
  • B10 cell
  • Breg
  • regulatory B lymphocyte
  • regulatory B-cell
  • regulatory B-lymphocyte
Definition
A mature B cell that has the phenotype CD1d-positive and expresses interleukin-10. This cell type has been associated with suppression of chronic inflammatory responses and T cell responses. (5)
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