Regulatory B Cells Exist -- And Pack A Punch

Wednesday, May 28, 2008 - 20:28 in Health & Medicine

Researchers have uncovered definitive evidence that a small but potent subset of immune system B cells is able to regulate inflammation. Using a new set of scientific tools to identify and count these cells, the team showed that these B cells can block contact hypersensitivity, the type of skin reactions that many people have when they brush against poison ivy.

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