CD8 Antigens

**Definition:** Differentiation antigens found on thymocytes and on cytotoxic and suppressor T-lymphocytes. T8 antigens are members of the immunoglobulin supergene family and are associative recognition elements in MHC (Major Histocompatibility Complex) Class I-restricted interactions.

**Tree numbers:** - D23.050.301.264.894.108 - D23.101.100.894.108

**Synonyms:** - CD8 Antigen - Antigens, CD8 - Leu-2 Antigens - T8 Antigens, T-Cell