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Cell-mediated immunity is directed by:

A) B cells, which secrete antibodies.
B) T cells, which secrete antibodies.
C) macrophages, which produce histamines.
D) B cells, which react with APCs.
E) T cells, which react with APCs.

Cell-Mediated Immunity

A type of immune response that does not involve antibodies but rather the activation of phagocytes, antigen-specific cytotoxic T-lymphocytes, and the release of various cytokines in response to an antigen.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a vital role in the immune system by producing antibodies to combat pathogens.

APCs

Antigen-presenting cells, a type of immune cell that displays foreign antigens to T-cells, initiating an immune response.

  • Comprehend the distinct functions of diverse immune cells and molecules within innate and adaptive immunity systems.
  • Comprehend the principle of self and nonself differentiation within the immune system and recognize the crucial role of immune cells in detecting and eradicating nonself entities.
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