CD40
In the reference guideCD40 encodes a receptor that participates in communication between immune cells, including T-cell help for B-cell responses. Its partner is CD40 ligand, encoded by CD40LG.
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In the titleExplore CD40L, antigen-presenting cells, antibody class switching, and autoimmunity.
CD40LG
In the descriptionCD40LG encodes CD40 ligand, which binds CD40 and supports communication needed for effective antibody responses. It is on the X chromosome, which changes how some genetic results must be interpreted.
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