The relationship between CD4+ T cell glycolysis and their functions
Siyi Liu, Shan Liao, Lin Liang, Jun Deng, Yanhong Zhou
Abstract
CD4 + T cells are effector T cells (Teffs) produced by the differentiation of initial T cells in peripheral lymphoid tissue after being attacked by antigens, and have an indispensable role in the development and activation of B cells and CD8 + T cells to regulate and assist immunity. In this review, we provide a new perspective on the relationship between CD4 + T cell glycolysis and its function. We summarize the effects of changes in the glycolysis level of CD4 + T cells on their activation, differentiation, proliferation, and survival. In addition, we emphasize that regulation of the glycolysis level of CD4 + T cells changes their inflammatory phenotypes and function. The study of immune metabolism has received more attention recently, but more work is needed to answer many open questions.