Tissue-resident memory T cell

Tissue-resident memory T cells or TRM cells represent a lineage of T cells that occupies tissues (skin, lung, gastrointestinal tract, etc.) without recirculating. TRM cells are transcriptionally, phenotypically and functionally distinct from central memory and effector memory T cells which recirculate between blood, the T cell zones of secondary lymphoid organs, lymph and nonlymphoid tissues. The role of TRM cells is provide superior protection against infection in extralymphoid tissues.[1][2]

Phenotype

The main cell surface markers that has been associated with TRM in human tissues are CD69 and CD103. CD103 is expressed by most CD8+ TRM cells and rarely by CD4+ TRM cells. CD69 has key role in distinguishing T cells in tissues from those in circulation. However, expression levels can differ between T cells in different tissues.[3] Another marker that can be used to separate two TRM cell subsets with distinct functions is CD49a. CD8+ CD49a+ TRM cells produce perforin and IFN-gamma, which is a key cytokine in clearing virus infections. CD8+ CD49a- TRM cells produce IL-17.[4]

Development

TRM cells develop from circulating effector memory T cell precursors in response to antigen. The main role in formation of TRM cells has CD103 and expression of this integrin is dependent on the cytokine TGFβ. CD8+ effector T cells that lack TGFβ fail to upregulate CD103, and subsequently do not differentiate into TRM cells. The important role in development of TRM cells have various cytokines that support TRM cell formation and survival. For example, homeostatic cytokine IL-15, pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-12 and IL-18, and barrier cytokines such as IL-33.[5][6][7]

Function

TRM cells reside in many tissues that create barriers against outside environment and thus provide defense against incoming pathogens. In the skin, lung, brain, and vagina TRM cells are required to provide rapid control of infection and are more efficient than effector memory T cells. TRM cells also express granzyme B which help limit the spread of pathogens at the site of infection. TRM cells are able to activate innate and adaptive leukocytes to protect the host.[8][9][10][11]

Role in disease pathogenesis

Autoreactive TRM cells may induce some autoimmune disorders, such as multiple sclerosis, lupus nephritis, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune hepatitis or psoriasis.[12]

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