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Unit 10: Immune system physiology
About this unit
Chances are you’ve had a fever or a cough before. Ever wondered why your body reacts this way? Your body has a deadly arsenal of specialized cells that destroy invaders through mechanisms such as consumption, expulsion, and degradation. You will learn about the numerous soldiers in your body’s army and how they keep you healthy!