Autoreactive B cells in rheumatoid arthritis consist of activated CXCR3+ memory B cells and plasmablasts
S. Reijm, J. C. Kwekkeboom, N. J. Blomberg, J. Suurmond, D. van der Woude, R. E. Toes, H. U. Scherer
The paper identifies CXCR3+ memory B cells and plasmablasts as autoreactive B cells in rheumatoid arthritis, showing cross-reactivity against PTM antigens and high CXCR3 expression.
bioRxiv · May 19, 2023 · PreprintImmunology