An SOS signals a call for immediate action during an emergency to request a need for protection. The immune system, a network of defense mechanisms, enhances protection to recover the body's internal ...

A recent study by Vanderbilt Health researchers has revealed a greater, detrimental role for B lymphocytes (B cells) in the progression of type 1 diabetes (T1D).

Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection is known to convert resting B lymphocytes into immortal cells that continuously multiply, leading to posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD). Researchers ...

Monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL) is a condition in which a person has an excessive amount of abnormal B cells, which are a type of white blood cell known as lymphocytes. The number of abnormal B ...

B lymphocytes exhibit dual roles in tumorigenesis, acting as both allies and adversaries in the tumor microenvironment (TME). Their anti-tumor functions include recognizing tumor-associated antigens, ...

B-cell prolymphocytic leukemia (B-PLL) is a rare, aggressive type of leukemia that progresses rapidly. People with B-PLL typically have a less favorable outlook. However, new targeted treatments in ...

New research from scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) suggests people who received COVID-19 vaccines and then experienced "breakthrough" infections are especially well armed against ...

B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia for Adults: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment: By Shreoshree Chakrabarty B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (B-ALL) is a rare but aggressive form of ...

B-PLL is a rare subtype that’s more aggressive than other blood cancers and has a low survival rate. However, ongoing research and clinical trials may offer new treatment options to improve outcomes.