Killer cell immunoglobulin-like receptors (KIRs) are a large family of receptors present on NK cells, through which the cells’ cytotoxic activity is controlled. The family contains both activating and inhibitory receptors.
Los receptores tipo inmunoglobulina de células asesinas (KIRs) son una gran familia de receptores presentes en las células NK, a través de los cuales se controla la actividad citotóxica de las células. La familia contiene receptores tanto activadores como inhibidores.
| Front | Large family of receptors present on NK cells, through which the cells’ cytotoxic activity is controlled. The family contains both activating and inhibitory receptors |
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| Back | killer cell immunoglobulin-like receptors KIRs |
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