Immune responses play a critical role from "summary" of Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Twenty-First Edition (Vol.1 & Vol.2) by Joseph Loscalzo,Anthony S. Fauci,Dennis L. Kasper,Stephen Hauser,Dan Longo,J. Larry Jameson
The immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against harmful pathogens. It plays a critical role in protecting the body from infections and diseases by recognizing and destroying invading microorganisms. When the immune system detects a foreign invader, such as a virus or bacteria, it mounts a coordinated response to eliminate the threat. This response involves the activation of various immune cells, such as T cells, B cells, and macrophages, which work together to identify and destroy the pathogen. The immune system also has the ability to rememb...
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