Low molecular weight thymic factor stimulates the suppressor function of T-lymphocytes, increases cAMP content (but not cGMP) in lymphocytes and inhibits histamine release from sensitized basophils. The mechanisms of LTF action are discussed

Belova, O. B.

Gots, T. Yu.

Gulling, E. V.

Kotova, S. A.

Premyslov, V. Ch.

Yalkut, S. I.

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