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t cell
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.
- Kalbos dalis: noun
- Pramonės šaka / sritis: Health care
- Category: AIDS prevention & treatment
- Company: National Library of Medicine
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