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B cells are directly involved in the immune response to an infection, as they mature into memory cells that persist after an infection to provide long-term immunity [1], [2], and [3].

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Parts of the Immune System | Children's Hospital of Philadelphia chop.edu Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 2 facts
claimA small subset of B and T cells, known as memory cells, remain indefinitely after an infection and recognize specific antigens.
claimMemory cells are a small subset of B and T cells that remain indefinitely after an infection and recognize specific antigens.
How the Immune System Works with Primary Immunodeficiency igcares.com IGCares 1 fact
claimWhen B-cells encounter foreign material (antigens), they respond by maturing into plasma cells or memory cells, the latter of which allow a rapid response if the same infection is encountered again.