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Immunity, Cellular
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Definition
: Manifestations of the immune response which are mediated by antigen-sensitized T-lymphocytes via lymphokines or direct cytotoxicity. This takes place in the absence of circulating antibody or where antibody plays a subordinate role.
coordinate with specific disease / immunol
See Also
Hypersensitivity, Delayed
Examples
Antigen Presentation
;
Immunologic Surveillance
;
Lymphocyte Activation
Other names
Cell-
Mediated Immunity; Response, Cellular Immune; Immunity, Cell-
Mediated; Immunities, Cellular; Immunities, Cell-
Mediated; Immune Responses, Cellular; Immune Response, Cellular; Cellular Immunity; Cellular Immunities; Cellular Immune Responses; Cell-
Mediated Immunities; Cell Mediated Immunity; Cellular Immune Response