Lymphocyte

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006829",
  "term": "Lymphocyte",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A type of white blood cell that is a key component of the adaptive immune system. Lymphocytes include B cells, T cells, and natural killer cells, each with specialized roles in recognizing and eliminating pathogens or abnormal cells. They are primarily found in lymphatic tissues and blood.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "B lymphocyte",
    "T lymphocyte",
    "cell-mediated immunity",
    "humoral immunity",
    "leukocyte",
    "lymph node",
    "lymphatic tissue",
    "lymphoid tissue"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1204 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lymphocyte/"
}