Flu Matrix Peptide p58-66

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein|Immunologic Factor

**Definition:** A short chain synthetic antigenic peptide (GILGFVFTL) derived from the influenza virus A matrix protein and presented by HLA-A2 major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class I molecules. Flu matrix peptide p58-66 stimulates the lytic functions of cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs), which may result in the eradication of virus-infected or malignant tumor cells.

**Synonyms:** - Flu Matrix Peptide