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The site where cytotoxic T lymphocytes gain immunocompetence.

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There are various kinds of cells present in the blood and each kind of blood cell has their own dedicated functions. Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cells. Their main role is to provide immunity to the body. Lymphocytes are broadly classified into two types on the basis of their site of immunocompetence.

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