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Immunology
Immunology is the study of the structuree and function of the immune system which is responsible for the protection from invading foreign macromolecules or organisms. It is a broad branch of biomedical science that covers the study of all aspects of the immune system in organisms. It deals with the physiological functioning of the immune system in both healthy states and immunological disorders (autoimmune diseases, hypersensitivities, immune deficiency, transplant rejection); the physical, chemical and physiological characteristics of the components of the immune system in vitro, in situ, and in vivo.
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subcutaneous
Biology; Immunology
Antigens can be injected into the subcutaneous layer to induce an adaptive immune response. See also intracutaneous.
tissue grafts
Biology; Immunology
Transplantation of organs or tissue grafts such as skin grafts is used medically to repair organ or tissue deficits.
leukocytosis
Biology; Immunology
Leukocytosis is the presence of increased numbers of leukocytes in the blood. It is commonly seen in acute infection.
myeloid progenitors
Biology; Immunology
Myeloid progenitors are cells in bone marrow that give rise to the granulocytes and macrophages of the immune system.
bradykinin
Biology; Immunology
Bradykinin is a vasoactive peptide that is produced as a result of tissue damage and acts as an inflammatory mediator.
urticaria
Biology; Immunology
Urticaria is the technical term for hives, which are red, itchy skin welts usually brought on by an allergic reaction.
follicular center cell lymphoma
Biology; Immunology
A follicular center cell lymphoma is a type of B-cell lymphoma that tends to grow in the follicles of lymphoid tissues.
