Humoral immunity

Humoral immunity is mediated by secreted antibodies, produced in cells of the B lymphocyte lineage (B cell). Secreted antibodies bind to antigens on the surfaces of invading microbes, which flags them for destruction.


Immune system
Humoral immune system; - Cellular immune system; - Lymphatic system; White blood cells - B cells - Antibodies - Antigen (MHC) - T cells (Cytotoxic & Helper)






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