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ArticleSaudi medical journal2024

Elevated levels of CD56+ T Cells, CD16+ CD56+ T Cells, and CD56dim NK Cells in herpes simplex virus type 1 seropositive healthy individuals.

Mazen Almehmadi, Mamdouh Allahyani, Abdulelah Aljuaid, Meshari A Alsuwat, Mustafa Halawi

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  1. NK Cells: A Powerful Squad Versus SARS-CoV-2.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025
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Mazen AlmehmadiFrom the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Almehmadi, Allahyani, Aljuaid, Alsuwat), College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif; and from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Halawi), Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7580-8667
Mamdouh AllahyaniFrom the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Almehmadi, Allahyani, Aljuaid, Alsuwat), College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif; and from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Halawi), Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Abdulelah AljuaidFrom the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Almehmadi, Allahyani, Aljuaid, Alsuwat), College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif; and from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Halawi), Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Meshari A AlsuwatFrom the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Almehmadi, Allahyani, Aljuaid, Alsuwat), College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif; and from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Halawi), Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Mustafa HalawiFrom the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Almehmadi, Allahyani, Aljuaid, Alsuwat), College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif; and from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Halawi), Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesTo investigate the numbers of natural killer (NK) cells, CD56+ T-cells and CD56- T cells, and the levels ofCD16 in healthy individuals seropositive for herpes simplex virus Type 1 (HSV-1). Specifically, it seeks to measure the levels of these cells to learn about the possible immunological significance during HSV-1 seropositive status.

methodsThis study employed a cross-sectional research design to examine the levels of CD56+ T-cells and CD16+ among individuals seropositive for herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) in Taif city. A total of 112 participants were enrolled, with HSV-1 serostatus determined via ELISA, and cellular evaluation conducted using flow cytometry. The study was performed between January 2023 to July 2023.

resultsOur study found 36% HSV-1 seropositivity, contrasting with higher rates in Saudi Arabia. No significant age or gender differences were observed. HSV-1 seropositive individuals showed elevated dim CD56 NK cells and CD56+ T-cells, aligning with prior research on lymphocyte infiltration during HSV-1 activation. Further investigation is warranted for CD56- T-cells and bright NK cells.

conclusionHSV-1 seropositive individuals showed elevated dim CD56 NK cells and CD56+ T-cells, consistent with lymphocyte activities during viral activation. CD16 expression on CD56+ T-cells suggests their involvement in viral defence, emphasizing the need for further investigation into immune responses against HSV-1.

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CD56 AntigenHerpes SimplexHerpesvirus 1, HumanKiller Cells, NaturalReceptors, IgGT-LymphocytesAdultCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleFlow CytometryGPI-Linked ProteinsHumansMaleMiddle AgedYoung AdultCD56 AntigenFCGR3B protein, humanGPI-Linked ProteinsNCAM1 protein, humanReceptors, IgGCD56+HSV-1T-cells

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PMCPMC11629652

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