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Immune System - Coggle Diagram
Immune System
Overview
specialised defence against specific pathogens
targets antigens like a key fits a lock
Antigens
part of pathogens causing immune response
recognised by immune cells
T cells
activation
recognise antigens on antigen-preserving cells
types
killer T cells
destroys infected cells
helper T cells
assist B cells in antibody production
aid killer T cells
memory T cells
monitor for future invasions
B cells
roles
some act as APCs
types
Plasma B cells
produces antibodies
Memory B cells
recognition tool
protects against future infections
Antibodies
Attach to pathogen surfaces
functions
disable pathogens
flag pathogens for destruction
Long term defence
Memory cells ensure enduring defence
The response to overcome pathogens