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Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 45.2, Problem 2C
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To predict: The changes that occur when no NK cells are present in the body.

Concept introduction: A complex network of cells, tissue, and organs that work collectively for the protection of body and fight against the pathogens or foreign substances is called the immune system. Immune cells are the cells that actively participate in the defense mechanism initiated by the immune systems. One such major type of immune cells is lymphocytes.

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To predict: The changes that occur when no macrophages are present in the body.

Concept introduction: A complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work collectively to protect the body and fight against the pathogens or foreign substances is called the immune system. Immune cells are the cells that actively participate in the defense mechanism initiated by the immune systems. One such major type of immune cells is lymphocytes.

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