In vivo requirements for the immune recognition of L1210 leukemia cells by allogeneic T-lymphocytes

Tumori. 1983 Oct 31;69(5):403-8. doi: 10.1177/030089168306900507.

Abstract

The resistance of normal BALB/c mice (H-2d) against the L1210 Ha leukemia of DBA/2 mouse (H-2d) origin is due to the T-lymphocyte-dependent reaction towards DBA/2 multiple minor histocompatibility antigens (Mhas). These Mhas are displayed by the leukemic cells, though in a poorly immunogenic manner. The simultaneous presence of mitomycin C-inactivated DBA/2 leukocytes induces a significantly stronger T-lymphocyte-dependent reaction. This efficient presentation of target Mhas is restricted to Ia+ leukocytes. Their presence significantly increases BALB/c resistance, even when they are injected 3 days after the L1210 Ha challenge.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Female
  • Histocompatibility Antigens / immunology
  • Histocompatibility Antigens Class II / immunology
  • Leukemia L1210 / immunology*
  • Mice
  • Mice, Inbred BALB C
  • Mice, Inbred DBA
  • T-Lymphocytes / immunology*
  • Time Factors

Substances

  • Histocompatibility Antigens
  • Histocompatibility Antigens Class II