NCIt definition : T-lymphocyte activation antigen CD80 (288 aa, 33 kDa) is encoded by the human CD80
gene. This protein is involved in the regulation of T-cell activation.;
NCIt note : A member of the immunoglobulin gene super family. Co-regulator of T cell activation
with CD86. Plays a critical role in autoimmune, humoral, and transplant responses.
Expressed on activated T and B cells and on macrophages. The natural ligand for the
T-cell antigen CD28 (ANTIGENS, CD28) mediating T- and B-cell adhesion. CD80 is expressed
on activated B-cells and gamma-interferon-stimulated monocytes. The binding of CD80
to CD28 and CTLA-4 provides a co-stimulatory signal to T-cells and leads to greatly
upregulated lymphokine production.;