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Helps activate T cells, which are produced in bone marrow but mature in the thymus gland

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peptide antigens by MHC class II molecules

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Helper T cells are activated by peptide antigens by MHC class II molecules. These antigens express on the surface of antigen-presenting cells (APCs). After activation, the T helper cells divide and secrete cytokines to assist the immune response.

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