Natural Killer Cell

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Natural Killer Cell Definition

Natural killer cells are cells that resemble large granular lymphocytes. They do not express markers of either T or B cell lineage. They are positive for CD16, CD56, and CD 94. These cells do possess Fc receptors for IgG and can kill target cells using antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity. They can also use perforin to kill cells in the absence of antibody and killing may occur without previous sensitization.

Natural Killer Cell Synonyms

Natural Killer Cell, Cytotoxic cell, K Cells, K lymphocyte, Killer Cell, Killer Cells, Killer Cells, Natural, NK, NK Cell, NK Cells, NK cells, NK-Cell, killer cells, natural killer cells

Terms in Natural Killer Cell category

Activated Natural-Killer Cell