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each lymphocyte must become able (competent) to recognize its one specific antigen bye binding to it. this ability is called immunocompetence.
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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.
How does t cell become immunocompetent?
it doesnt
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.
When B and T cells are fully developed and mature they are described as being?
Immunocompetent
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 are the main two types of lymphocytes?
T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes
Which defense target specific pathogens?
lymphocytes :)
What is an example of agranulocytes?
there are two types of agranulocytes in the blood namely the monocytes and the lymphocytes.
