Peripheral lymphoid organ

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008650",
  "term": "Peripheral lymphoid organ",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specialized tissue structure where lymphocytes encounter antigens and undergo activation, proliferation, and differentiation into effector cells. These organs include the lymph nodes, spleen, and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissues (MALT). They are distinct from primary lymphoid organs like the thymus and bone marrow, where lymphocytes mature.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "lymphoid tissue"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1226 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/peripheral-lymphoid-organ/"
}