Cellular Immunity
The arm of the immune system directed toward antigens associated with cells, such as those expressed by virally infected cells or cancers. The T cells of cellular immunity respond specifically to such antigens.
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HIV and AIDS
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The Central Role of Helper T Cells
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Humoral immunity
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Helper T cells regulate both humoral and cellular immunity
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