Introduction to Immune Functions
The immune system is our body's shield against harmful bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. It functions through a complex network of cells and proteins, each with a specific role. 🛡️
Key Functions
- Recognition: Identifying harmful entities and distinguishing them from the body's own cells.
- Response: Deploying cells and proteins to neutralize and eliminate the invaders.
- Memory: Retaining a memory of past infections to quickly mount a response if encountered again. 👩🔬
- Regulation: Ensuring the immune response is proportional to prevent damage to the body's own tissues. ⚖️
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