answersLogoWhite

0

The function of lymphocytes are to prevent and eliminate the threats in our human body. It is capable of identifying if a cell is normal or infected. It also acts as an ANTIGEN.

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Function of T-Lymphocytes?

T- lymphocytes are the "Generals of the immune system" and direct much of the immune response. Their biggest role is in telling B lymphocytes to make antibodies but they also have other functions.


Who discovered t lymphocytes?

who discoverd lymphocytes


What are the main two types of lymphocytes?

T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes


What is involved in the programming of T lymphocytes?

The Thymus is involved in the maturation of T Lymphocytes.


How are cytotoxic T lymphocytes produced?

CD8+ T cells divide and differentiate into cytotoxic T lymphocytes.


Is the primary function of lymphocytes to circulate oxygen to tissue?

No, the primary function of lymphocytes is to neutralize pathogens.


Where do t-lymphocytes mature?

T lymphocytes undergo their final maturation in the thymus, hence why they are called 'T cells'.


Which gland shrinks in size during adulthood and has hormones that function in maturation of T lymphocytes?

the thymus gland


Which gland promotes development of certain lymphocytes?

The thymus gland promotes the development of T lymphocytes (T cells) in the immune system. T cells play a key role in recognizing and responding to specific pathogens and are critical for immune function.


T-cell lymphocytes that inhibit the activity of B cell lymphocytes?

suppressor T-cells


What are two kinds of lymphocytes?

Lymphocyte is a type of white blood cell found in the vertebral immune system. Lymphocytes can be divided into Large lymphocytes and small lymphocytes when viewed under the microscope. The Large lymphocytes include natural killer cells (NK cells) There are mainly two types of Lymphocytes. T Lymphocytes and B Lymphocytes. (these are small lymphocytes according to the microscopic view) B Lymphocytes have 3 subsets. You can see the attached link for further information.


What is a collective label for t and b immune cells?

Lymphocytes