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Are the lymphoid organs where lymphocytes become immunocompetent are called primary lymph organs?
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What cells become immunocompetent when the thymus secretes hormones?
The lymphocytes become immunocompetent when the thymus secretes hormones. Lymphocytes are white blood cells that are found in a vertebrate's immune system.
By secreting hormones the tymus causes what cells to become immunocompetent?
lymphocytes
Where do T cells become immunocompetent?
Lymphocytes... more specifically T lymphocytes.
When do lymphocytes become immunocompetent?
each lymphocyte must become able (competent) to recognize its one specific antigen bye binding to it. this ability is called immunocompetence.
What is a primary lymphatic organ?
The primary lymphoid organs in the body are the lymph nodes. This is incorrect. Primary lymphatic organs are site where stem cells divide and become immunocompetent, capable of mounting an immune response. Therefore the primary lymphatic organs are the Red bone Marrow, in flat bones and epiphyses of long bones, and in the Thymus.
How does t cell become immunocompetent?
it doesnt
Where are lymphocytes produced?
lymphocyte counts
B lymphocytes develop immunocompetence in the?
Directly from my anatomy and physiology book - Marieb & Hoehn Eighth Edition: "Lymphocytes originate in red bone marrow from hematopoietic stem cells." " B cells become immunocompetent and self-tolerant in the bone marrow."
What happens when lymphocytes become cancerous?
Malignant lymphocytes multiply uncontrollably and do not perform their normal functions.
Which major class of lymphocytes become cytotoxic T cells?
CD8 cells become cytotoxic T cells.
What is a collections of lymphocytes?
Lymphocytes are found concentrated in a few places in the body. Lymph Nodes Spleen Appendix & intestines. If lymphocytes become cancerous, they are called a lymphoma. But, since lymph nodes are part of a fluid filtration system they are a frequent place for other cancers to metastasize.
What do lymph nodes do Why do they sometimes become large and tender?
Lymph nodes filter out microorganisms and foreign materials that have been taken up by the lymphocytes. When your body fights an infection. lymphocytes fill the lymph nodes.
