Antigen-presenting cell
Medical term · A
Specialized white blood cells that detect harmful substances in the body and then signal other immune system defenders (known as T-cells) to mount a defense.
Word parts
antigen = anti- + -gen
Medical term · A
Specialized white blood cells that detect harmful substances in the body and then signal other immune system defenders (known as T-cells) to mount a defense.
antigen = anti- + -gen