The immune system produces protective, infection-fighting substances like antibodies and cytokines during sleep to combat foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses.

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  The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body - Healthline

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• cytokines concept
• immune system concept
• bacteria concept