accessory cell
noun
: any of various cells in addition to the T cells and B cells that help to generate an immune response
specifically
: antigen-presenting cell
T lymphocytes cannot recognize free antigen but are dependent on antigen presentation by accessory cells. —
Adriano Fontana et al., Nature
Adriano Fontana et al., Nature Dictionary Entries Near accessory cell
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“Accessory cell.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/accessory%20cell. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.
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