Antigen Presenting Cell

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Antigen Presenting Cell Definition

A cell that enables a T-lymphocyte to recognize an antigen by engulfing the antigen, breaking down the antigen into smaller fragments which bind to MHC molecules on the surface of the antigen presenting cell. The T-lymphocyte can now recognize and bind with the MHC-linked antigen.

Antigen Presenting Cell Synonyms

Antigen Presenting Cell, APC, Accessory Cell, Antigen Presenting Cells, Antigen Processing Cell, Antigen-Presenting Cell, Antigen-Presenting Cells, Immunological Accessory Cell, antigen-presenting cell

Terms in Antigen Presenting Cell category

Phagocytic Cell