a condition where lymphocytes and macrophages are able to fight against viruses, parasites, fungi and possibly cancer cells. They acquire the ability after they are exposed to antigens or pathogens.
Primary immune response involving T-lymphocytes (T-cells), particularly killer T-cells (or cytotoxic T-lymphocytes, CTLs).
See Cell-Mediated Immunity.
Immune response provided by T lymphocytes.
also known as cell-mediated defenses, occur through the T-cell system
protection provided by the cells of the body's immune system (as opposed to humoral immunity).
Immune protection provided by the direct action of immune cells (lymphocytes) found in the body.
A branch of the immune system which involves direct attack by immune cells often called "T" cells. Antibodies play less of a role.
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Immune protection provided by the direct action of immune cells (as distinct from soluble molecules such as antibodies).
Immune responses mediated by cells that can destroy pathogens. An example would be white blood cells that destroy virus-infected cells.