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T lymphocyte
A type of lymphocyte. There are two major types of T lymphocytes: CD8 cells (cytotoxic T lymphocytes) and CD4 cells (helper T lymphocytes); both T cell types are essential for a healthy immune system. HIV infects and destroys CD4 cells, gradually destroying the immune system.
- Partie du discours : noun
- Secteur d’activité/Domaine : Soins de santé
- Catégorie : Prévention et traitement du SIDA
- Company: National Library of Medicine
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Créateur
- Joseph Floyd
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