The innate defenses that take place when a pathogen lands on the skin. Introduction: Innate immune responses can be of two types. The first line of innate responses is the physical barriers, which the pathogen encounters like skin, mucous membranes, and chemicals. The second line of innate immune response is the cell-derived responses and include phagocytosis, complement system response, inflammation, and fever.

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The innate defenses that take place when a pathogen lands on the skin.

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Innate immune responses can be of two types. The first line of innate responses is the physical barriers, which the pathogen encounters like skin, mucous membranes, and chemicals. The second line of innate immune response is the cell-derived responses and include phagocytosis, complement system response, inflammation, and fever.

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