3,3',5-Triiodo-L-thyronine (T3) is a key endocrine hormone in the human body that plays crucial roles in growth, development, metabolism, and immune function. Macrophages, the key regulatory cells within the immune system, exhibit marked "heterogeneity" and "plasticity", with their phenotype and function subject to modulation by local environmental signals. The interplay between the endocrine and immune systems is well documented. Numerous studies have shown that T3 significantly target macrophages, highlighting them as key cellular components in this interaction. Through the regulation of macrophage function and phenotype, T3 influences immune function and tissue repair in the body. This review comprehensively summarizes the regulatory actions and mechanisms of T3 on macrophages, offering valuable insights into further research of the immunoregulatory effects of T3. © 2024. Huazhong University of Science and Technology.
Liu Yang, Meng-Fei Fu, Han-Yu Wang, Hui Sun. Research Advancements in the Interplay between T3 and Macrophages. Current medical science. 2024 Oct;44(5):883-889
PMID: 39446284
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