Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305389892
Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Immune system is the defense system of an organism, which consists of various biological processes and structures protecting them against various pathogens. Immunological memory is the capacity of immune system to rapidly and exclusively recognize the antigen, which the body has encountered earlier and start a consequent immune response.

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