作者: Benchang Guo , Thomas L. Rothstein
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摘要: IL-4 is critical for optimal B cell activation and germinal center expansion in T-dependent immune responses; however, the underlying mechanism remains elusive. In current study, we found that primary cells express little Igα Igβ protein despite substantial levels of mRNA. markedly upregulates expression requires STAT6. Elevated form heterodimers associate with IgM significantly promote maturation surface expression, resulting amplified BCR-initiated signaling Lyn dependent. vivo, pregerminal upregulated Igα, Igβ, conjunction elevated BCR-triggered phosphorylated ERK ex are dependent on reversed by vivo administration neutralizing anti–IL-4 Ab. Thus, this study elucidates a novel cross-talk between BCRs programs enhancement subsequent BCR signaling.