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T cell activation. Schematic illustration of the three signals required to activate a naïve T cell: 1) TCR stimulation by recognition of peptide-MHC complex. 2) Costimulation through e.g. CD28 interaction with B7 molecules such as CD80 and CD86. 3) Cytokines that influence the type of immune response developed.
