CD5+ B lymphocyte

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001768",
  "term": "CD5+ B lymphocyte",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A distinct subset of B lymphocytes that expresses the CD5 surface marker, in addition to typical B cell markers. These cells are involved in innate immunity and produce natural antibodies, often with low affinity, against common microbial antigens. They are found in the peritoneal and pleural cavities and contribute to autoimmune diseases.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "B lymphocyte",
    "lymphocyte",
    "Sjögren syndrome",
    "antiphospholipid syndrome",
    "natural autoantibodies",
    "rheumatoid arthritis",
    "rheumatoid factor",
    "variable gene"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1138 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cd5-plus-b-lymphocyte/"
}