Definition: Differentiation antigens found on thymocytes and on cytotoxic and suppressor T-lymphocytes. CD8 antigens are members of the immunoglobulin supergene family and are associative recognition elements in MHC (Major Histocompatibility Complex) Class I-restricted interactions.
T-lymphocyte differentiation antigens
See AlsoCD4-CD8 Ratio
Other names T8 Antigens, T-Cell; Leu-2 Antigens; CD8 Antigens; T8 Antigens, T Cell; T-Cell T8 Antigens; Leu 2 Antigens; Antigens, T-Cell T8; Antigens, Leu-2; CD8 Antigen; Antigen, CD8