UVB Immunosuppression: Vitamin D or Not Vitamin D? That Is the Question

[摘要] UVB radiation stimulates the production of vitamin D and also has immunosuppressive effects. Vitamin D is also known to alter immunological function. Thus, a relevant question is whether vitamin D is a mediator of the immunological effects of UVB. In this issue, Schwarz et al. have addressed this issue and have concluded that although vitamin D has similar effects to UVB on the immune system, UVB-induced immunosuppression can be achieved without the requirement for vitamin D action. Journal of Investigative Dermatology (2012) 132, 2676-2678; doi:10.1038/jid.2012.327

[发布日期] 2012-12-01