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Which of the following is a molecule that inhibits T cell activation, is highly expressed in Tregs and is used in a recombinant (synthetic) form to treat some autoimmune diseases?

  • A. CD86
  • B. CTLA-4
  • C. MHC class II
  • D. CD4
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: CTLA-4. CTLA-4 inhibits T cell activation by binding to CD80/CD86 on antigen-presenting cells, preventing the co-stimulatory signal required for T cell activation. It is highly expressed in Tregs, which suppress immune responses. Recombinant CTLA-4 (e.g., abatacept) is used to treat autoimmune diseases by blocking T cell activation.

Explanation for other choices:
A: CD86 is a co-stimulatory molecule that activates T cells, not inhibits them.
C: MHC class II molecules present antigens to T cells, they do not inhibit T cell activation.
D: CD4 is a co-receptor that helps T cells recognize antigens presented by MHC class II molecules, it does not inhibit T cell activation.