Types of cell T-Cells

  1. CD4+ Cells (helper T cells): Bind to antigens presented by APC (macrophages, B-cells) via the MHC Class II (HLA-D)
    1. EXOGENOUS Ag
    2. Activates B cells to become plasma cells
    3. Inhibits intracellular bacteria, fungi, parasites
  2. CD8+ Cells (CytotoxicT-cells): Bind to cells via the MHC Class I (HLA, B, C)
    1. ENDOGENOUS Ag
    2. Kills virus-infected cells and tumor cells