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The immune system is functionally related to germs because it is specifically designed to protect the body from them by deploying white blood cells and proteins [1], acting as a defensive network against these threats [2], and initiating inflammatory responses to trap them [3].
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What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
claimThe immune system initiates an inflammatory response by sending inflammatory cells and cytokines to trap germs or toxins and begin healing injured tissue.
What causes chronic inflammation, and why it matters health.osu.edu 1 fact
claimThe immune system protects the body from germs, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, as well as toxins and cancer by deploying white blood cells and proteins to attack these invaders.
What are Cytokines? Types & Function - Cleveland Clinic my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
claimThe immune system is a network of parts that work together to protect the body from threats like germs, allergens, and other harmful substances.