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Medical Vocab
The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Term | Definition |
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Immune | To be protected. |
Pathogens | Disease-producing microorganisms. |
Cilia | Small hair like structures, that create movement of the cell surface. |
Reflexes | An involuntary action that your body does in response to something. An automatic response to stimuli. |
White Blood Cells (Leukocytes) | A disease fighting cell. |
Lymphocytes | A type of white blood cell. |
B-Lymphocytes | Produce Antibodies. |
T-Lymphocytes | Recognizes anything foreign and destroys them. |
Antibodies | Specialized proteins that fight diseases. |
Immune System | Made up of a network of cells, tissues, and organs, that work together to protect the body. |