T lineages

T lineages refer to specific groups or families of the T cell receptor (TCR) genes, which are involved in the immune system’s ability to recognize and respond to pathogens. These lineages represent distinct evolutionary paths and structural variations of TCRs, influencing how T cells identify infected or abnormal cells. Understanding T lineages helps researchers learn how immune responses develop, how T cells adapt to different threats, and can aid in designing targeted therapies or vaccines. Essentially, T lineages categorize different types of T cell receptors based on their genetic makeup and functional roles in immune detection.