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Explain dendritic cells

Explain what are dendritic cells?

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Cells that help in presentation of antigen to cell throughout primary immune response are termed as dendritic cells. They contain no phagocytic activity and are extremely polymorphic. They are existed in peripheral lymphoidal organs mainly in the germinal centers of lymph and spleen nodes.

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