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What is the primary function of chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) in CAR T cell therapy?
What is the primary function of chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) in CAR T cell therapy?
- To minimize the activity of T cells against normal cells.
- To prevent T cells from proliferating after infusion.
- To produce antibodies against non-cancerous tissue.
- To enhance the ability of T cells to recognize and attack cancer cells. (correct)
Which component is NOT part of the CAR structure described in CAR T cell therapy?
Which component is NOT part of the CAR structure described in CAR T cell therapy?
- Transmembrane portion of CD28
- CD3 zeta proteins
- Major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules (correct)
- Single-chain variable fragments (scFvs)
What is the significance of CD19 in the context of CAR T cell therapy?
What is the significance of CD19 in the context of CAR T cell therapy?
- It is exclusively found on solid tumors.
- It is unrelated to cancer cell recognition.
- It is a target for CAR T cells in treating certain blood cancers. (correct)
- It is a marker specific to healthy T cells.
In what way have newer generations of CAR T cells improved upon earlier versions?
In what way have newer generations of CAR T cells improved upon earlier versions?
What process is involved in modifying T cells for CAR T cell therapy?
What process is involved in modifying T cells for CAR T cell therapy?
Which of the following is a characteristic of CAR T cell therapy?
Which of the following is a characteristic of CAR T cell therapy?
What type of cancer is particularly targeted by CAR T cell therapy, as mentioned?
What type of cancer is particularly targeted by CAR T cell therapy, as mentioned?
The process of obtaining T cells for CAR T cell therapy involves what initial step?
The process of obtaining T cells for CAR T cell therapy involves what initial step?
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Study Notes
CAR T-cell Therapy
- A type of treatment in which a patient’s T cells are altered in a lab to target cancer cells.
- T cells are collected from a patient, modified in a lab, and re-infused to kill cancer cells.
- CAR T-cell therapy is currently being used to treat certain blood cancers, and clinical trials are underway for other cancer types.
Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CARs)
- CARs are engineered receptors designed to redirect T cells to attack specific target cells.
- Composed of multiple immune protein domains.
- These domains include:
- Single-chain variable fragments (scFvs): Recognize and bind to specific antigens on target cells.
- Transmembrane portion: Anchors the CAR to the T cell membrane.
- CD3 zeta proteins with ITAMs: Signal the T cell to activate and destroy the target cell.
- The CARs in the case study target CD19 on B cells.
CD19
- A protein found on both normal and cancerous B cells.
- A crucial part of the B cell co-receptor complex.
- Involved in regulating B cell signaling activities.
- Targeted by CAR T-cell therapy for chronic lymphocytic leukemias, a type of cancer arising from malignant B cells.
Memory CAR T Cells
- CAR T cells have demonstrated the potential to create memory responses, which are crucial for long-term protection against specific pathogens.
- This suggests that CAR T cell therapy could provide sustained anti-cancer effects.
Co-stimulatory Signaling Domains
- Newer generations of CAR T cells incorporate co-stimulatory signaling domains to improve their effectiveness.
- Enhance the T cells' ability to proliferate (make more T cells) after infusion.
- Increase longevity of the CAR T cells in circulation.
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