Natural killer (NK) cells are a critical component of the innate immune system, and NKp30 is one of the activating receptors expressed on these cells. NKp30, also known as NCR3 (Natural Cytotoxicity Receptor 3), plays a significant role in the recognition and destruction of cancerous and virally infected cells. This receptor is a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily and is encoded by the NCR3 gene located on chromosome 6.
