GO TERM SUMMARY
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Name: |
T cell activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell |
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GO:0002291 |
Aspect: |
Biological Process |
Desc: |
The change in morphology and behavior of a mature or immature T cell resulting from exposure to an antigen for which its T cell receptor is specific bound to an MHC molecule on an antigen presenting cell, leading to the initiation or perpetuation of an immune response. |
Synonyms:
- T lymphocyte activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell
- T-cell activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell
- T-lymphocyte activation via T cell receptor contact with antigen bound to MHC molecule on antigen presenting cell
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