word
T-Cell Response
TEE sel rih-SPONS
/tiː sɛl rɪˈspɒns/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Tcellresponse
Dictionary meaning
The activation and proliferation of T lymphocytes in response to an antigen, forming the cellular arm of adaptive immunity
Examples
- Researchers measured the T-cell response alongside antibody levels to get a fuller picture of immunity.
Pronunciation tips
T-cell = T lymphocyte. 'T' stands for thymus, where these cells mature.
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