Description
CD83 antigen is also known as B-cell activation protein and Cell surface protein HB15. CD83 is a single-pass type I membrane protein which contains one Ig-like V-type (immunoglobulin-like) domain. CD83 is expressed by activated lymphocytes, Langerhans cells and interdigitating reticulum cells. CD83 may play a significant role in antigen presentation or the cellular interactions that follow lymphocyte activation