I do not believe so, but PackPA or Mormad could provide a more definitive answer. From what I have read, you can sample for antibodies in the blood, but to sample for T-cells and memory B-cells, you have to sample the lymphatic system, since this is where these cells are produced. As such, I am not sure is it possible to transfuse the T and B-Cells.bigeric said:
Just a thought.
Are T-cells & memory B cells passed to the recipient of a blood transfusion?
I found this on the web regarding T and B-Cells and the lymphatic system:
"Lymph organs include the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus. Bone marrow contains tissue that produces lymphocytes. B-lymphocytes (B-cells) mature in the bone marrow. T-lymphocytes (T-cells) mature in the thymus gland. Other blood cells such as monocytes and leukocytes are produced in the bone marrow. Lymph nodes are areas of concentrated lymphocytes and macrophages along the lymphatic veins. The spleen is similar to the lymph node except that it is larger and filled with blood. The spleen serves as a reservoir for blood, and filters or purifies the blood and lymph fluid that flows through it. If the spleen is damaged or removed, the individual is more susceptible to infections. The thymus secretes a hormone, thymosin, that causes pre-T-cells to mature (in the thymus) into T-cells."
I am interested to get a definitive answer as well. Would be nice if the could be transferred, but not optimistic.