New study analyzes human T cell function under inflammatory conditions. The findings show that the set of genes expressed by T cells under pro-inflammatory conditions include several G-protein-coupled receptors (GPRs).

‘New study analyzes human T cell function under inflammatory conditions. The study examined T cells, which protect against bacteria, fungi, and viruses on mucosal surfaces. When activated against harmless substances, T cells may produce autoimmune diseases. The findings show that the set of genes expressed by T cells under pro-inflammatory conditions include several G-protein-coupled receptors (GPRs).’

"We were encouraged to find that one of these targets, named GPR68, regulates the ability of T cells to produce chemical messengers. This may have implications for diseases on mucosal surfaces such as the lungs and gastrointestinal tract."




The study examined T cells, which protect against bacteria, fungi, and viruses on mucosal surfaces. When activated against harmless substances, T cells may provoke autoimmune diseases.
Findings reveal that the set of genes expressed by T cells under pro-inflammatory conditions include several G-protein-coupled receptors (GPRs). Future studies will explore if blocking the GPR68 pathway can be a potential therapy for chronic inflammatory diseases.
Source-Eurekalert