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Immune response
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the body's defensive reaction to foreign substances, such as bacteria, viruses, or toxins, involving the activation of immune cells and the production of antibodies
Example
The immune response can sometimes mistakenly target the body's own tissues, leading to autoimmune diseases.
After the infection, her body's immune response helped her recover quickly.
Allergies are often the result of an overactive immune response to harmless substances like pollen.
The vaccine works by stimulating the immune response to build resistance against the virus.
Researchers are studying how different diets can influence the immune response to infections.
