Which class of T cells is composed of primarily inhibitory cells that suppress the proliferation and activities of other types of immune cells that are capable of mounting an autoimmune response?
A)helper T lymphocytes
B)inhibitory T lymphocytes
C)cytotoxic T lymphocytes
D)regulatory T lymphocytes
E)deactivating T lymphocytes

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Regulatory T lymphocytes (Tregs) are a class of T cells that primarily function to suppress self-reactive immune cells that can lead to autoimmunity. Tregs express surface markers such as CD25 and FoxP3 and release suppressive cytokines like IL-10 and TGF-beta to inhibit the activity of other immune cells.

Which Class of T Cells Is Composed of Primarily Inhibitory