Interclonal competition

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005930",
  "term": "Interclonal competition",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The struggle among different clones of lymphocytes for resources, such as antigens or growth factors, or for space within lymphoid organs. This competition influences the selection and expansion of specific immune cell populations. It is a mechanism that shapes the diversity and effectiveness of the immune response.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "lymphocyte",
    "self-tolerance"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1194 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/interclonal-competition/"
}