[PDF][PDF] Type I interferon in systemic lupus erythematosus and other autoimmune diseases

J Banchereau, V Pascual - Immunity, 2006 - cell.com
Immunity, 2006cell.com
Different genetic alterations may lead to type I interferon (IFN) overproduction in human
systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The increased bioavailability of type I IFN contributes
to peripheral tolerance breakdown through the activation of immature myeloid dendritic cells
(mDCs). IFN-matured mDCs activate autoreactive T cells. These cells, together with
plasmacytoid DCs, help expand autoreactive B cells. IFN-matured DCs also activate
cytotoxic CD8+ T cells, possibly increasing apoptotic cell availability. The capture of …
Summary
Different genetic alterations may lead to type I interferon (IFN) overproduction in human systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The increased bioavailability of type I IFN contributes to peripheral tolerance breakdown through the activation of immature myeloid dendritic cells (mDCs). IFN-matured mDCs activate autoreactive T cells. These cells, together with plasmacytoid DCs, help expand autoreactive B cells. IFN-matured DCs also activate cytotoxic CD8+ T cells, possibly increasing apoptotic cell availability. The capture of apoptotic cells by mDCs and of nucleic acid-containing immune complexes by plasmacytoid DCs and B cells amplifies the autoimmune reaction leading to disease manifestations. Genetic alterations in lineages other than B cells might explain other autoimmune syndromes where type I IFNs appear to be involved.
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