Genetic signal prevents immune cells from turning against the body

A control signal for the immune system has been discovered that could help treat autoimmune diseases and cancer. "We discovered a mechanism responsible for stabilizing the cells that maintain immune system balance," says the senior author. "The immune system plays a huge role in chronic inflammation and if we can better understand the immune system, we can start to understand and treat many diseases."

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