Dendritic Cells
Dendritic Cells are a type of white blood cells (immune cells) that are responsible for recognizing foreign substances, triggering an immune response in the body. They play an important role in the development and functioning of the adaptive immune system and are essential in protecting the body against pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses. During the immune response, dendritic cells detect and process antigens, then migrate to and accumulate in lymph nodes where they can stimulate the activity of other immune cells. As such, they have many applications in research and medicine, particularly in the development of vaccines and treatment of diseases and disorders related to a compromised immune system.
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