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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

21. The Immune System

Introduction to T Lymphocytes

Anatomy & Physiology

21. The Immune System

Introduction to T Lymphocytes

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How do T cells coordinate the immune response?

By producing antibodies to neutralize antigens

By releasing cytokines to activate other immune cells

By directly attacking and destroying pathogens

By engulfing and digesting foreign particles

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Understand the role of T cells in the immune system: T cells are a type of lymphocyte that play a central role in cell-mediated immunity.

Recognize the different types of T cells: Helper T cells (CD4+) and Cytotoxic T cells (CD8+) are the main types, each with distinct functions.

Helper T cells coordinate the immune response by releasing cytokines: Cytokines are signaling molecules that help activate and direct other immune cells, such as B cells and macrophages.

Cytotoxic T cells directly attack and destroy infected cells: They recognize and bind to infected cells, releasing substances that lead to the destruction of these cells.

Clarify the misconception: T cells do not produce antibodies; this is the role of B cells. T cells primarily function through cytokine release and direct cell-mediated attack.