immuunrakujen
Immuunrakujen, often translated as immune cells, are the fundamental components of the immune system. Their primary role is to protect the body from harmful invaders such as pathogens (like bacteria, viruses, and fungi) and abnormal cells (like cancer cells). These cells are diverse, with each type specializing in specific functions to mount an effective defense.
Key types of immune cells include lymphocytes, which encompass B cells, T cells, and natural killer (NK)
Another important group are phagocytes, which include macrophages and neutrophils. These cells engulf and digest cellular
Immune cells are produced in the bone marrow and mature in various locations, including the thymus (for