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Antigen-presenting cell
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a type of immune cell that displays foreign antigens on its surface to activate other cells of the immune system, such as T cells and B cells, to mount an immune response against the pathogen
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
complex compound
Countable
Plural form
antigen-presenting cells
What is an "antigen-presenting cell"?
An Antigen-presenting cell refers to a diverse group of immune cells that play a crucial role in the immune response by capturing, processing, and presenting antigens to activate other immune cells, such as T cells. They help initiate and regulate immune responses, aiding in the recognition and elimination of pathogens or abnormal cells in the body. Examples of antigen-presenting cells include dendritic cells, macrophages, and B cells.
