t-cell maturation Flashcards
1
Q
where does t-cell maturation occur
A
thymus
2
Q
what is the central lymphoid organ for t-cell maturation
A
thymus
3
Q
where do t-cells move from and to
A
from thymic cortex to the medulla
4
Q
what happens during t-cell maturation
A
occurs in thymus; once t-cells are fully developed and become mature they are released into the blood and take up residence in the secondary lymphoid organs to wait for antigens to come
5
Q
what changes occur to a t-cell during maturation
A
changes include development of TCRs and expression of surface molecules
6
Q
name examples of secondary lymphoid organs
A
lymph nodes; spleen etc
