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positive regulation of CD8-positive, alpha-beta T cell extravasation

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

Any process that activates or increases the frequency, rate or extent of CD8-positive, alpha-beta T cell extravasation. [GOC:obol]

Positive regulation of CD8-positive, alpha-beta T cell extravasation is a complex process involving a series of molecular events that enable these cells to exit the bloodstream and migrate to target tissues. It is crucial for effective immune responses, particularly in the context of fighting viral and intracellular bacterial infections. Here's a detailed breakdown:

1. **Chemokine Signaling:**
- CD8+ T cells express chemokine receptors, such as CCR5 and CXCR3, which are activated by chemokines like CCL5 (RANTES) and CXCL10 (IP-10). These chemokines are produced by cells at the site of infection or inflammation and act as chemoattractants, guiding T cells towards the target tissue.

2. **Adhesion Molecule Engagement:**
- Upon arrival at the target site, CD8+ T cells encounter endothelial cells lining blood vessels. These endothelial cells express adhesion molecules, such as ICAM-1 and VCAM-1.
- CD8+ T cells also express counter-receptors, namely LFA-1 and VLA-4, respectively. The interaction between these molecules initiates a tight binding between T cells and the vascular endothelium, promoting their slow rolling along the vessel wall.

3. **Signal Transduction and Diapedesis:**
- The chemokine and adhesion molecule interactions activate intracellular signaling pathways in CD8+ T cells.
- These pathways lead to the rearrangement of the cytoskeleton, formation of lamellipodia, and the expression of additional adhesion molecules. This process ultimately triggers diapedesis, the process by which T cells squeeze through gaps between endothelial cells to enter the surrounding tissue.

4. **Migration within the Tissue:**
- Once in the tissue, CD8+ T cells are guided by the chemokine gradient and other factors, such as antigen presentation by dendritic cells, to reach the site of infection.

5. **Immune Function:**
- At the target site, CD8+ T cells can exert their cytotoxic function, eliminating infected cells or cells expressing tumor-associated antigens.

This intricate process ensures that CD8+ T cells, essential players in adaptive immunity, are effectively recruited to the correct locations to mount a targeted immune response. The fine-tuning of this process, involving chemokines, adhesion molecules, and signaling pathways, is vital for maintaining immune homeostasis and preventing excessive inflammation.'
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Proteins (1)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
C-C chemokine receptor type 2A C-C chemokine receptor type 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P41597]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (19)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
amiodaroneamiodarone : A member of the class of 1-benzofurans that is 1-benzofuran substituted by a butyl group at position 2 and a 4-[2-(diethylamino)ethoxy]-3,5-diiodobenzoyl group at position 3. It is a cardiovascular drug used for the treatment of cardiac dysrhythmias.

Amiodarone: An antianginal and class III antiarrhythmic drug. It increases the duration of ventricular and atrial muscle action by inhibiting POTASSIUM CHANNELS and VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. There is a resulting decrease in heart rate and in vascular resistance.
1-benzofurans;
aromatic ketone;
organoiodine compound;
tertiary amino compound
cardiovascular drug
disulfiramorganic disulfide;
organosulfur acaricide
angiogenesis inhibitor;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 1.2.1.3 [aldehyde dehydrogenase (NAD(+))] inhibitor;
EC 3.1.1.1 (carboxylesterase) inhibitor;
EC 3.1.1.8 (cholinesterase) inhibitor;
EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inducer;
fungicide;
NF-kappaB inhibitor
fasudilfasudil : An isoquinoline substituted by a (1,4-diazepan-1-yl)sulfonyl group at position 5. It is a Rho-kinase inhibitor and its hydrochloride hydrate form is approved for the treatment of cerebral vasospasm and cerebral ischemia.

fasudil: intracellular calcium antagonist; structure in first source
isoquinolines;
N-sulfonyldiazepane
antihypertensive agent;
calcium channel blocker;
EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor;
geroprotector;
neuroprotective agent;
nootropic agent;
vasodilator agent
nifedipineNifedipine: A potent vasodilator agent with calcium antagonistic action. It is a useful anti-anginal agent that also lowers blood pressure.C-nitro compound;
dihydropyridine;
methyl ester
calcium channel blocker;
human metabolite;
tocolytic agent;
vasodilator agent
dibenzothiazyl disulfidedibenzothiazol-2-yl disulfide : An organic disulfide resulting from the formal oxidative coupling of the thiol groups of two molecules of 1,3-benzothiazole-2-thiol. It is used as an accelerator in the rubber industry.

dibenzothiazyl disulfide: vulcanizing accelerant
benzothiazoles;
organic disulfide
allergen
1-naphthylisothiocyanate1-Naphthylisothiocyanate: A tool for the study of liver damage which causes bile stasis and hyperbilirubinemia acutely and bile duct hyperplasia and biliary cirrhosis chronically, with changes in hepatocyte function. It may cause skin and kidney damage.isothiocyanateinsecticide
plerixaforplerixafor : An azamacrocycle consisting of two cyclam rings connected by a 1,4-phenylenebis(methylene) linker. It is a CXCR4 chemokine receptor antagonist and a hematopoietic stem cell mobilizer. It is used in combination with grulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) to mobilize hematopoietic stem cells to the perpheral blood for collection and subsequent autologous transplantation in patients with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma.

plerixafor: a bicyclam derivate, highly potent & selective inhibitor of HIV-1 & HIV-2
azacycloalkane;
azamacrocycle;
benzenes;
crown amine;
secondary amino compound;
tertiary amino compound
anti-HIV agent;
antineoplastic agent;
C-X-C chemokine receptor type 4 antagonist;
immunological adjuvant
rosiglitazoneaminopyridine;
thiazolidinediones
EC 6.2.1.3 (long-chain-fatty-acid--CoA ligase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
insulin-sensitizing drug
fasudil hydrochloridefasudil hydrochloride : A hydrochloride obtained by reaction of fasudil with one equivalent of hydrochloric acid.hydrochlorideantihypertensive agent;
calcium channel blocker;
EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor;
neuroprotective agent;
nootropic agent;
vasodilator agent
tak 779
bay 11-7085BAY11-7085 : A sulfone that is benzene substituted by [(E)-2-cyanoethenyl]sulfonyl and tert-butyl groups at position 1 and 4, respectively. It is an irreversible inhibitor of IkappaB-alpha phosphorylation in cells (IC50 = 10 muM) and prevents the activation of NF-kappaB.benzenes;
nitrile;
sulfone
anti-inflammatory agent;
antibacterial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
autophagy inducer;
EC 2.7.11.10 (IkappaB kinase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inducer;
NF-kappaB inhibitor
ucb 35625UCB 35625: J-113863 is the (trans)-isomer; structure in first source
rs 504393RS 504393: structure in first source1,3-oxazoles
incb3344INCB3344: potent and selective small molecule CCR2 chemokine receptor antagonist
amd 070mavorixafor: a derivative of AMD3100; a CXCR4 blockeraminoquinoline
cenicriviroccenicriviroc : A member of the class of benzazocines that is (5Z)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-benzazocine which is substituted by a 2-methylpropyl, N-{4-[(S)-(1-propyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanesulfinyl]phenyl}carboxamide and 4-(2-butoxyethoxy)phenyl groups at positions 1, 5 and 8, respectively. It is a potent chemokine 2 and 5 receptor antagonist currently in development for the treatment of liver fibrosis in adults with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).

cenicriviroc: an inhibitor of HIV-1
aromatic ether;
benzazocine;
diether;
imidazoles;
secondary carboxamide;
sulfoxide
anti-HIV agent;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antirheumatic drug;
chemokine receptor 2 antagonist;
chemokine receptor 5 antagonist
incb 3284INCB 3284: a CCR2 receptor antagonist
azd8309AZD8309: CXCR2 inhibitor
n-(carbamoylmethyl)-3-trifluoromethyl benzamido-4-chlorobenzyl 3-aminopyrrolidine