Опубликован 26.03.2025
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Аннотация
Immune tolerance is a critical mechanism that prevents the immune system from attacking the body’s own tissues, thereby maintaining homeostasis. The breakdown of immune tolerance is a hallmark of autoimmune diseases, where the immune system mistakenly targets self-antigens, leading to tissue damage and chronic inflammation. This paper explores the molecular basis of immune tolerance, focusing on the roles of central and peripheral tolerance mechanisms, including thymic selection, regulatory T cells, and immune checkpoint pathways. Additionally, it examines how genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors contribute to the breakdown of tolerance in autoimmunity.
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