Antigen Presentation in Transplantation

作者:Alegre Maria Luisa*; Lakkis Fadi G; Morelli Adrian E
来源:Trends in Immunology, 2016, 37(12): 831-843.
DOI:10.1016/j.it.2016.09.003

摘要

Transplantation of solid organs between genetically distinct individuals leads, in the absence of immunosuppression, to T cell-dependent transplant rejection. Activation of graft-reactive T cells relies on the presentation of transplant derived antigens (intact donor MHC molecules or processed peptides on host MHC molecules) by mature dendritic cells (DCs). This review focuses on novel insights regarding the steps for maturation and differentiation of DCs that are necessary for productive presentation of transplant antigens to host T cells. These steps include the licensing of DCs by the microbiota, their activation and maturation following recognition of allogeneic non-self, and their capture of donor cell exosomes to amplify the presentation of transplant antigens.

  • 出版日期2016-12