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    Glossary Immune System

    body's defense against infections and harmful invaders

    The immune system is the body's defense mechanism against infections, diseases, and foreign invaders like bacteria, viruses, and parasites. It consists of a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs, including white blood cells, the thymus, bone marrow, and lymph nodes, which work together to identify and neutralize harmful substances.

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