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GO: Biological Process

T cell activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell

Term ID
GO:0002291
Synonyms
  • T lymphocyte activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell
  • T-cell activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell
  • T-lymphocyte activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell
Definition
The change in morphology and behavior of a mature or immature T cell resulting from exposure to an antigen for which its T cell receptor is specific bound to an MHC molecule on an antigen presenting cell, leading to the initiation or perpetuation of an immune response. 0781735149
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