Abstract
Recent studies have identified distinct populations of memory T cells that persist in the lungs following respiratory virus infections, and contribute to the control of secondary virus infections. Here we discuss the establishment, maintenance and recall of memory T cells in the lung.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Humans
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Immunologic Memory / immunology*
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Immunophenotyping
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Lung Diseases / immunology*
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Lung Diseases / virology*
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Lymphoid Tissue / immunology
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Respiratory System / immunology
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T-Lymphocytes / immunology*
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Viral Vaccines / immunology