Biochemistry
Biochemistry
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ISBN: 9781305961135
Author: Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell, Owen M. McDougal
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 14, Problem 22RE
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The various components of acquired immunity are to be discussed.

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The acquired immunity, also called the adaptive or specific immunity, is a part of the immune system. It is made up of highly specialized cells that prevent the growth of pathogens or eradicate them.

It develops an immunological memory subsequent to a primary response to a particular infection and causes a superior reaction to future encounters with the same pathogen. Acquired immunity includes both the humoral and cell-mediated immunity.

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