[Expression of Tim-3 on Peripheral CD56(+) NK Cells and ItsCorrelation with Liver Fibrosis in Patients withAdvanced Schistosomiasis].

Journal: Zhongguo ji sheng chong xue yu ji sheng chong bing za zhi = Chinese journal of parasitology & parasitic diseases
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To explore the expression of T cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain protein 3 (Tim-3) on CD56(+) NK cells in peripheral blood and its correlation with liver fibrosis indicators in patients with advanced schistosomiasis.

Authors

  • Qi-wen WU
  • Xiang ZHU
  • Xia FU
  • Jin-sun YANG
  • Zhi-guo CAO
  • Chun PU