Definition of Regulatory T cellRegulatory T cell: A T cell (T lymphocyte) that regulates the activity of another T cell, usually by suppressing its activity. This process can be beneficial or harmful. There are several different types of regulatory T cells. Last Editorial Review: 6/14/2012
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