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- W2339532812 abstract "Superantigens (SAgs) are a family of highly potent mitogens that share the ability to trigger excessive stimulation of human and other mammalian T lymphocytes. This leads to a massive release of T cell mediators and pro-inflammatory cytokines contributing to diseases such as toxic shock syndrome. In contrast to conventional peptides, SAgs bind as unprocessed molecules to major histocompatibility (MHC) class II molecules outside the peptide-binding groove and sequentially to the variable β-chain of the T cell receptor (TcRVβ). Currently, eleven Streptococcus pyogenes SAgs are described in the literature. Together with the SAgs produced by Staphylococcus aureus, they build a larger family of structurally related, heat-stable exotoxins.This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the discovery, biological function, and disease-associations of these remarkable proteins." @default.
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- W2339532812 date "2016-02-10" @default.
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- W2339532812 title "Streptococcal Superantigens: Biological properties and potential role in disease" @default.
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