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V(D)J recombination and the cell cycle

W C Lin1, S Desiderio

  • 1Dept of Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710, USA.

Immunology Today
|June 1, 1995
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V(D)J recombination, a key process for immune diversity, is linked to the cell cycle. This connection ensures DNA integrity during cell division by managing DNA breaks.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • V(D)J recombination generates antigen receptor diversity in vertebrates.
  • It involves site-specific DNA cleavage and repair mechanisms, similar to double-strand break repair.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence linking V(D)J recombination to the cell cycle.
  • To explore the biological implications of this cell cycle coupling.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent scientific literature.
  • Analysis of experimental data on V(D)J recombination and cell cycle progression.

Main Results:

  • Evidence supports a direct coupling between V(D)J recombination and the cell cycle.
  • This linkage is crucial for preventing DNA damage during cell division.

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Conclusions:

  • The cell cycle regulation of V(D)J recombination is essential for maintaining genomic stability.
  • This coupling impacts immune system development and function.