What Does ICOS Stand For?
ICOS stands for Inducible Co Stimulator
ICOS, or Inducible Co-Stimulator, is a costimulatory molecule primarily expressed on activated T cells. It plays a crucial role in enhancing T cell responses and promoting effective immune functions. ICOS interacts with its ligand, ICOSL, influencing cytokine production and T cell differentiation, thereby contributing to both adaptive immunity and the regulation of immune responses. Targeting the ICOS/ICOSL pathway has potential implications in immunotherapy and the treatment of autoimmune diseases.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym