Dendritic cells
Dendritic Cells
Dendritic cells (pronunciation: den-dri-tik cells) are a type of immune cell that play a crucial role in the body's immune system. They are named for their tree-like extensions, called dendrites, which increase their surface area for interaction with other cells.
Etymology
The term "dendritic" is derived from the Greek word "dendron," which means tree. This is in reference to the tree-like extensions (dendrites) that these cells possess.
Function
Dendritic cells are primarily responsible for processing antigen material and presenting it on the cell surface to the T cells of the immune system. They act as messengers between the innate and the adaptive immune systems.
Types
There are several types of dendritic cells, each with their own specific functions. These include:
- Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cells (pDC)
- Conventional Dendritic Cells (cDC)
- Monocyte-derived Dendritic Cells (moDC)
Related Terms
- Antigen
- T cells
- Immune System
- Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cells
- Conventional Dendritic Cells
- Monocyte-derived Dendritic Cells
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dendritic cells
- Wikipedia's article - Dendritic cells
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