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t cell
A type of lymphocyte. There are two major types of T lymphocytes: CD8 cells (cytotoxic T lymphocytes) and CD4 cells (helper T lymphocytes); both T cell types are essential for a healthy immune system. HIV infects and destroys CD4 cells, gradually destroying the immune system.
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- Industri / Domain: Perawatan kesehatan
- Kategori: Pencegahan & pengobatan AIDS
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