Nutrient deprivation increases CD3 expression in RAW cells and augments the CD3-induced proinflammatory profile, associated with NFAT and IRF-1 - Scorecard - MDSpire

Nutrient Limitation Enhances CD3 Expression in RAW Macrophages and Intensifies the Proinflammatory Response Mediated by NFAT and IRF-1

  • By

  • Ranferi Ocaña-Guzman

  • Lucero A. Ramon-Luing

  • Jahir Mendoza-Ruiz

  • Guillermo López-Chávez

  • Alondra Hernández-Hernández

  • A. Yarelli Huerta-Zarco

  • Julio Flores-Gonzalez

  • Leslie Chavez-Galan

  • July 21, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Nutrient Limitation Enhances CD3 Expression in RAW Macrophages and Intensifies the Proinflammatory Response Mediated by NFAT and IRF-1

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionCD3+ Macrophages
Key MechanismsNutrient deprivation enhances CD3 expression and activates NFAT and IRF-1 signaling pathways.
Target PopulationMurine macrophages (RAW 264.7 cell line)
Care SettingIn vitro model for studying myeloid cell signaling

Key Highlights

  • Nutrient deprivation significantly upregulates CD3 expression in RAW macrophages.
  • CD3+ RAW cells exhibit enhanced phagocytic activity.
  • Stimulation with anti-CD3 and IgG2a induces a robust proinflammatory cytokine response.
  • Activation of NFAT, c-Jun, and IKK signaling pathways is associated with CD3-driven inflammation.
  • Increased IRF-1 expression and downregulation of MAFB observed in nutrient-deprived conditions.

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          Patient & Prescribing Data

          Not applicable; study conducted in vitro using murine cells.

          Nutrient deprivation as a potential modulator of CD3 expression and inflammatory response.

          Clinical Best Practices

          • Utilize RAW macrophage cell line for studying CD3+ signaling mechanisms.
          • Investigate the role of nutrient status in macrophage activation and inflammation.
          • Explore CD3+ macrophages in various pathological contexts for deeper understanding.

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