Natural killer (NK) cells are cytotoxic lymphocytes which constitute a significant element of innate immune responses against tumours and cells infected with viruses or parasites. The function of NK cells is tightly regulated and depends on the balance between activating and inhibitory signals. This review focuses on the latest research showing a high redundancy of mechanisms regulating the activity of NK cells during viral infections and indicating their involvement in the adaptive immune response.
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