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Preferred Label : Natural Killer Cell;

NCIt synonyms : NK-Cell; NK Cells; NK; Killer Cells;

NCIt related terms : NK-LGL; killer cell; NK cell;

NCIt definition : Natural killer cells are cells that resemble large granular lymphocytes. They do not express markers of either T or B cell lineage. They are positive for CD16, CD56, and CD 94. These cells do possess Fc receptors for IgG and can kill target cells using antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity. They can also use perforin to kill cells in the absence of antibody and killing may occur without previous sensitization.;

Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A type of immune cell that has granules (small particles) with enzymes that can kill tumor cells or cells infected with a virus. A natural killer cell is a type of white blood cell.; CDISC: Cells resembling large granular lymphocytes that do not express markers of either T or B cell lineage. These cells express Fc receptors for IgG and can kill target cells using antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity. They can also use perforin to kill cells in the absence of antibody, and may occur without previous sensitization.;

Codes from synonyms : CDR0000633964; CDR0000045744; CDR0000044062; CDR0000044439;

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