Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
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The basic differences between humoral and cellular immunity.

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The resistant capability of an organism for invading pathogens and foreign particles is termed as immunity. Immunity of an organism helps in the prevention of harmful effects by neutralizing, destroying, and counteracting the pathogenic effects. The immune system detects distinct threats, pathogenic infections, and also protects the healthy regions from infections.

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