Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134156415
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 20.4, Problem 11CYU
Summary Introduction

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The three different antigen-presenting cells (APCs). The APC most important for T lymphocyte activation.

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The APCs are the cells that can engulf antigens. These cells then present fragments of the antigens on the surface. This helps the T cells to recognize them. The T cells are activated by the antigens presented by the APCs.

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Chapter 20 Solutions

Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)

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