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The innate immune system is directly involved in managing bacteria, as it must compensate for the loss of commensal bacteria [1], utilizes antimicrobial peptides to kill pathogenic bacteria [2], and initiates inflammatory responses to combat invading bacteria [3].
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Immunity In Depth | Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu 1 fact
claimAntimicrobial peptides and proteins are critical components of the innate immune system because they directly kill pathogens, especially bacteria, and enhance immunity.
The Center for Inflammation Science and Systems Medicine wertheim.scripps.ufl.edu 1 fact
claimInflammation is the complex process by which the innate immune system responds to harmful stimuli, including trauma, toxins, and invading pathogens like bacteria and viruses.