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The immune system

How it works

The immune system is very complicated. Here we show you how it works, bit by bit. Also check the interesting graphics.

How the immune system works

Be cells and T cells play an incredibly important role in defending your body against infections and diseases.

T cells

T cells have two major roles in immune defense. Regulatory T cells are essential for orchestrating the response of an elaborate system of different types of immune cells.

Your immune system - a summary

Understanding how the immune system works is complicated. This short article summarises it.

Treatment of immunodeficiency

An immunodeficiency disorder occurs when the immune response is reduced or not present.

Immune system graphics

Check these great graphics on how the immune system works.

The first line of defense

The immune system is a complex of organs - all of which work together to clear infection from the body.

Antibodies

The antibodies that B cells produce are basic templates with a special region that is highly specific to target a given antigen.

All about your immune system

Your line of defence against invading micro-organisms – that’s what your immune system is. Find our here how it works, what could go wrong and what you can do to give it a boost.

Signs of immune system problems

What are the signs that your immune system is battling to ward off micro-organisms that are attacking your body?

Micro-organisms

Your immune system protects you against several different attackers - these include viruses, bacteria, toxins, parasites and fungi. Get real info here.

Immune system disorders occur when the body's immune system does not function properly. The immune system is a complex network of cells, proteins, tissues, and organs that work together to fight off harmful substances and disease-causing microorganisms called pathogens. A healthy immune system helps protect the body from disease, infection, and cancer.